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

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

The Trump administration has decided not to offer Direct File, the IRS' electronic tax filing system for free next year, and the program’s future is unclear. The program was praised for making tax ...

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.

Republicans have wanted to end IRS Direct File for years, calling it wasteful and an example of government overreach.

A March 9 letter from Democratic members of the House Ways and Means Committee to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) confirms ...

Applying for a six-month extension is easy, but IRS rules still require you to make a proper estimate of the taxes you owe. A ...