Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File

How to file your taxes for free with IRS Direct File
Expanded into 25 states for 2025, IRS Direct File allows eligible taxpayers to submit federal returns free of charge.
Tax season: IRS Direct File transforms tax filing in the U.S.
The IRS has introduced a groundbreaking method for filing taxes, promising to simplify the process for millions of Americans. As of 2025, this innovative system is available in 25 states, offering a streamlined,
IRS Direct File program now open. Who’s eligible, how to file your taxes for free in Florida
The IRS' free online program Direct File is now open for business and accepting tax returns. Here's what to know.
Tax Season 2025: When can I file a return, get my refund, use IRS Direct File? Important dates to know
Americans who are looking for the speediest possible refund for the 2024 tax year can get started today with the official opening of tax season. Today (Monday, January 27, 2025) is the first day that you can file your tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
IRS Direct File Program begins in 13 new states, begins January 27
The IRS has announced the start date for the 2025 tax filing season, introducing significant changes aimed at streamlining the process for taxpayers.
IRS Direct File 2025 Offers A New Way to File Taxes for Free
IRS Direct File launched last year as a way to file your taxes with the federal tax agency — for free. At the time, there were only 12 participating pilot states. This tax season, twenty-five states will participate, though the IRS invited all states and the District of Columbia to join in.
Nicklaus: Direct tax filing comes to Illinois. Missourians are still waiting.
Missouri is not among the states where a free, easy tax filing method is available, and some elected officials are fighting to keep it that way.
Legislators launch IRS Direct File Tool for taxpayers
A new tool is available to make filing your own taxes easier. Connecticut taxpayers have access to a free service called the IRS Direct File Tool. The online service allows eligible people to directly file federal tax returns with the IRS without needing a third-party software of professional assistance.
The IRS's Direct File program debuts in Idaho this year. Here's what to know.
The Gem State will join 24 other participating states in the IRS’s Direct File program, doubling its participation rate from the first year.
What is Direct File? Some answers to common questions surrounding tax filing season.
According to the IRS, Direct File works similarly to a commercial tax software with a data import tool that will allow ...
Tax season has begun. Here’s when you’ll get your refund
Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 140 million people will file returns by April 15. The agency has also debuted a ...