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.

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, ...

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 tax deadline will be here before you know it. The good news is that there are a few different options to file your taxes for free in 2026 — and many of them offer guided support to make sure you ...

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

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

The IRS’s Free File program is marking its 23rd year as a free online tax prep option. Chris Gash for Money The IRS’s Free File program is open again this tax season, marking its 23rd year as a free, ...

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.

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...

The IRS is continuing the trend of expanding eligibility for its long-standing free tax filing partnership program. IRS Free File is entering its 24th year this tax season, offering millions of ...