The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.

Benefits of using IRS Free File guided tax software include: E-filing remains the fastest and most secure way to file a tax ...

TurboTax is just one of the many commercial tax-prep companies with a free tier. H&R Block is one of the most popular, thanks to its easy-to-navigate interface. FreeTaxUSA supports more schedules, ...

But when you finally do gather your paperwork and prepare to take on the annual responsibility and headache, first determine ...

The Trump administration may have shuttered Direct File – the IRS’s short-lived experiment in tax-preparation software – but it doesn’t mean you have to pay to file your taxes. There are plenty of ...

In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that's no longer an option.

A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one fewer way to file in 2026.

You may think “free” tax filing means zero cost, nothing to lose, no catch. But free in 2026 often means “free until something valuable gets rolled out of your digital backpack.” Here’s our ...

Still haven’t filed your taxes? Don’t worry, you still have a month’s worth of time. And plenty of filing options, including an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) platform that’s free. An agency press ...

The latest IRS tax season filing statistics suggest filing is picking up, but still trails behind 2025 levels. Refunds are higher but not as high as some taxpayers hoped.