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 ...

The IRS still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

The Internal Revenue Service announced it would be opening up submissions of certain tax returns through its IRS Free File program for 2026. The IRS Free File program began accepting individual tax ...

IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

Paying to file your taxes feels like a kick in the teeth when you’re already paying Uncle Sam more than he deserves. Add in the fact that the Trump administration pulled the plug on the free IRS ...

In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, ...

The IRS’s Direct File tool may be gone, but taxpayers can still access multiple no-cost methods to file their returns. From VITA centers to DIY options, these services remain available for millions ...

The new income limit for IRS Free File is $5,000 higher than last year, marking one of the largest annual increases in the program’s history. Money; Getty Images The IRS is continuing the trend of ...

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.

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 ...