File Extension Library


.BA6 File Extension

  • Developer by: TaxAct
  • Category: Backup Files

What are .BA6 files and how to open them?

Can't open .BA6 file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .BA6 file.

What is a .BA6 file extension?

.BA6 file extension is created by TaxAct. .BA6 has been classified as Backup Files.

.BA6 is TaxAct 2016 Tax Return Backup File

A BA6 file is a backup file of a 2016 tax return created with the 2016 version of TaxAct, a tax-preparation program. It contains tax data for the 2016 tax year, which is used for archival purposes and in case the .TA6 file is lost or becomes corrupt. BA6 files include federal IRS and state tax form data along with the user's basic information.

BA6 file open in TaxAct 2016

TaxAct 2016 users will most likely only use the TA6 file to save, print, or upload their taxes. However, the BA6 file is valuable for users worried about their TA6 file becoming corrupt or getting lost.

To save a backup of your tax return select File → Backup... and name your file. You must save your tax return as a TA6 file before creating your backup.

To restore a backup in TaxAct, select File → Restore Backup... and navigate to the location of your BA6 file.

Since annual tax returns are filed for the previous year, the BA6 file is most likely created in 2017 from the beginning of January to April 15. Once you have completed a tax return, you can either print and mail in the tax forms or file electronically.

List of all softwares that can open the TaxAct 2016 Tax Return Backup File
Windows
TaxAct 2017

How to fix problems with .BA6 files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .BA6 files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .BA6 file format
  2. You need to check the .BA6 file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)