Introduction: We all pay enough income taxes already, right? So why pay even more to file your taxes? Use free tax software or free online tax services. Below you will find free tax software to download or use online to efile your federal tax returns, as well as free state income tax return servies and tax forms to download and print. Many tax preparation software services require no download and will offer a great deal of tips and advice on deductions, tax savings, and tax planning. If you prefer to print and mail your returns, most online programs and downloads let you do just that. Income tax help links and tax saving tips will be posted in this section whenever possible.
Free E-file Tax Return [new window][broken link] TaxAct.com is a free tax software solution. Download free tax software. Prepare, print and e-file for free. (US only)
FreeTaxUSA.com [new window][broken link] Online tax preparation, e-filing, and printing of your federal income return are FREE if you live in one of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, UT, VA, or WV and if your adjusted gross income (AGI) is $54,000 or less. (US only)
Free File Alliance [new window][broken link] Each year since 2003 the IRS has partnered with many tax software companies to allow citizens to Free File, or efile their taxes for free. The services include free online tax preperation of your federal returns and free efiling. Each company has different guidelines for who can electronically file for free. Some allow you to make up to a certain AGI (adjusted gross income) such as $52,000. Some even offer free efiling for certain state income taxes, free efiling for certain ages and/or all active military personnel. (US only)
Free Tax Tips [new window][broken link] Browse a large library of free tax tips and advice from H&R Block. (Any Country)
I-Can EIC [new window][broken link] This web-based application helps low-wage earners claim the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC) and complete their tax forms for free. It is available in English or Spanish to anyone with internet access. There is no cost to e-file if you have an email address. (US only)
Free State Income Tax Filing [new window][broken link] A map of states that offer free income tax efiling through their websites. Also lists states where free efiling is available for some individuals through private software. (US only)
Free Tax Planning Help [new window][broken link] (NEW) FOX News online provides many free tax tools and tips. Read dozens of tax related articles and learn about tax planning for families, businesses and investors. (US only)
PA E-file [new window][broken link] Residents of Pennsylvania may prepare online and e-file or direct file their state income tax returns absolutely free. Just visit PA's official website to get started. (Pennsylvania only)
Free Tax Software [new window][broken link] Free Canadian income tax software allowing you to easily print and mail your tax return. (CAN only)
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