Dedicated Servers, Not Shared
Your firm gets its own high-performance server with premium CPUs and generous RAM — no noisy neighbors slowing you down during tax season.
Drake Tax in the Cloud — Faster, Safer, Anywhere
Run Drake Tax, QuickBooks, and your entire accounting suite on dedicated high-performance cloud desktops. Work from anywhere with enterprise-grade security.
99.9% Uptime
24/7 Support
SOC 2 Ready
Dedicated Servers
Why Tax Pros Choose Us
Purpose-built cloud hosting that gives your tax practice the speed, security, and flexibility to thrive.
Full Cloud Desktop
Not just Drake — run QuickBooks Desktop, Drake Accounting, SecureFilePro, and any Windows application from one secure cloud desktop.
Enterprise Security
256-bit encryption, multi-factor authentication, intrusion detection, and compliance-ready infrastructure to protect client data.
Zero IT Headaches
We handle updates, backups, monitoring, and maintenance. You focus on preparing returns, not managing servers.
How It Works
Get your firm up and running in the cloud in three simple steps.
1
Choose Your Plan
Select the plan that fits your firm size. Need custom? We'll build it.
2
We Set Up Everything
Our team configures your dedicated server, installs Drake Tax and your applications, and migrates your data.
3
Work From Anywhere
Log in from any device — laptop, tablet, or desktop. Your entire office is in the cloud.
What's Included in Every Plan
Every plan comes loaded with everything your firm needs to work securely and efficiently in the cloud.
Dedicated virtual server (not shared)
Full Windows cloud desktop
Drake Tax pre-installed
Run unlimited applications
Automated daily backups
99.9% uptime guarantee
24/7 phone & email support
Multi-factor authentication
256-bit AES encryption
Firewall & intrusion detection
Free data migration assistance
Multi-monitor support
Why Choose Us Over Other Drake Hosts
See how Advantage IT stacks up against the competition on the features that matter most.
| Feature | Advantage IT | Typical Hosting | Drake Hosted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server Type | Dedicated Virtual Server | Shared Server | Shared Cloud |
| CPU / RAM | Up to 32 vCPU / 128 GB | Limited / Shared | Not Specified |
| Full Desktop | Yes — Run Any App | Limited Apps | Limited Apps |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD | Standard SSD | 40 GB per User |
| Custom Apps | Unlimited | Limited | Drake Ecosystem Only |
| Support | 24/7 Tax-Specialist | Business Hours | Standard |
| Pricing | From $497/mo per firm | From $59/user/mo | From $114/user/mo |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Dedicated servers with premium performance — no hidden fees, no per-app charges.
Starter
$
497
/month
1–5 Users
Dedicated server
Full cloud desktop access
Automated backups
24/7 support
Enhanced security
Most Popular
Professional
$
897
/month
6–10 Users
Dedicated server
Full cloud desktop access
Automated backups
24/7 support
Enhanced security
Enterprise
$
1,197
/month
11–15 Users
Dedicated server
Full cloud desktop access
Automated backups
24/7 support
Enhanced security
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by tax professionals across the country.
“
Switching to Advantage IT's dedicated cloud desktop has been a game-changer for us. The speed and reliability during tax season are unmatched!
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Being able to access Drake and QuickBooks from anywhere has transformed how we work. The security and backup features give us total peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Drake Tax cloud hosting.
With a dedicated server, your firm gets all the CPU, memory, and storage to itself. No other tenants competing for resources — which means consistently fast performance, especially during peak tax season when every second counts.
Your cloud desktop is a full Windows environment. Run Drake Tax, Drake Accounting, QuickBooks Desktop, SecureFilePro, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and any other Windows application you need.
We use 256-bit AES encryption, multi-factor authentication, enterprise firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. Your data is stored in SOC-compliant data centers with automated daily backups and disaster recovery.
Yes — log in from any Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, iPad, or even your phone. All you need is an internet connection.
We offer custom configurations for larger firms. Call us at (800) 460-0192 or schedule a demo to discuss your needs.
Most firms are up and running within 24–48 hours. We handle the entire setup including data migration, application installation, and user configuration.
Ready to Move Your Tax Practice to the Cloud?
Join hundreds of tax professionals who trust Advantage IT for secure, high-performance Drake hosting.