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

You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.

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

See the 2026 IRS deadlines and understand the usual refund timeline so you can plan your tax season.

The IRS Free File program is up and running for the 2026 tax season — and taxpayers can use the system even before the Internal Revenue Service officially accepts tax returns beginning Jan. 26.

While taxes are inevitable for most Americans, the government doesn't require those with sufficiently low incomes to file. However, choosing not to file usually means forfeiting profitable tax breaks ...