Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File

How to file your taxes for free with IRS Direct File
Expanded into 25 states for 2025, IRS Direct File allows eligible taxpayers to submit federal returns free of charge.
Free File or Direct File? Which one will you use today as tax season begins?
As tax season begins on January 27, 2025, it's time to decide how you'll file your taxes. The IRS offers several tools to make the process easier and more efficient.
IRS accepting tax returns now: How to e-file, track your refund, more
Tax season is officially underway. Here’s what you need to know about filing your return and tracking your refund from the IRS.
More Americans will be able to file their tax return directly online with the IRS this year
Direct File allows some taxpayers to file their returns online directly with the IRS for no cost and is available to about half the country.
Other voices: Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File
NEW YORK — As tax season gets underway, we are happy to say that now about half the country will benefit from the IRS’ free Direct File program, which lets people with relatively straightforward income tax returns get their refund or make their payment via an online portal.
IRS Free File program: How to file your taxes for free in 2025
Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.
IRS Direct File program now open. Who’s eligible, how to file your taxes for free in Florida
The IRS' free online program Direct File is now open for business and accepting tax returns. Here's what to know.
NJ residents can now use free IRS Direct File system for their income taxes
New Jersey residents can now take advantage of IRS Direct File, a free and secure online tool for filing federal and state tax returns.
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