Get started with the Sales Tax API

The following information, with links to more detailed pages, will get you started calculating sales tax in your app.

Develop with GraphQL

For detailed information on how to develop using GraphQL, including endpoints, authentication, required headers, and testing, see Learn about GraphQL. For information on how to develop QuickBooks Online apps using GraphQL, including best practices and an FAQ, see Develop with GraphQL.

Authorize your app

Authorize your app as described here.

Scope

Scopes limit what data your app can read and update. Instead of getting broad permissions for everything, set granular permissions so your app only focuses on what’s necessary.

Here is the scope for the QuickBooks Online Sales Tax API:

Endpoints