Source workflow verified: August 29, 2026
Square makes an applicable Form 1099-K available in the Tax Forms area of Square Dashboard. The form reports qualifying gross card and third-party network payments; it does not calculate business profit or automatically subtract refunds, fees, or expenses.
How to download Square Form 1099-K
- Sign in through the official Square Dashboard.
- Select Account & Settings.
- Open Tax forms.
- Choose the correct tax year and Form 1099-K.
- Download and save an untouched copy.
Square says forms for an applicable tax year are made available by January 31 of the following year, or the next business day when that date falls on a weekend or holiday.
What to review before using it
| Field | Compare with | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Name and TIN | Square taxpayer settings | Mismatches can require correction |
| Gross amount | Square payment and reconciliation reports | Gross volume is not net profit |
| Tax year | Requested filing period | Each form covers one year |
| Account | Your Square locations and ownership records | Separate activity can require separate review |
Why no 1099-K appears
Square states that an unavailable form usually means the account did not qualify based on its activity. Also confirm the year, correct Square account and Tax Forms tab. Do not assume that the absence of a form eliminates recordkeeping or tax obligations; rules and state thresholds can differ.
When reconciling eligibility or amounts, collect Square payment reports for the full calendar year and separate gross processed payments from transfers to your bank. Deposits can be lower because of processing fees, refunds, disputes, reserves, or timing. Use report totals as supporting records; do not replace the filed form with a spreadsheet total.
If you operated more than one location, changed business ownership, or used more than one Square account, confirm which activity and taxpayer identity each form covers. Combining unrelated accounts before that check can hide a genuine discrepancy.
Correct taxpayer details or a form
Square permits taxpayer-information updates in Dashboard and provides correction options for eligible prior forms. Updating a TIN does not guarantee that every earlier form can still be corrected because time limits can apply. Use Square’s form-specific process and retain both versions.
Frequently asked questions
When is Square 1099-K available?
Square says by January 31 after the tax year, adjusted to the next business day when necessary.
Why is the amount higher than deposits?
The form reports gross qualifying payments and may not subtract fees, refunds, chargebacks or expenses.
Can I download it after deactivation?
Square recommends exporting forms and records before deactivating because access can be lost.
Can Square correct my name or TIN?
Use Dashboard taxpayer settings and the available 1099-K correction workflow; prior-year limits may apply.
Routes and material facts were checked on August 29, 2026.