Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

The Internal Revenue Service is giving a quiet head start to millions of taxpayers this year, effectively opening a back door ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File ...

The Trump administration has ended the IRS Direct File program but there are still no-cost ways to submit tax returns.

The Internal Revenue Service announced it would be accepting tax returns from eligible taxpayers for the 2026 filing season ...

Each IRS Free File partner sets its own eligibility requirements, which can include age, income, state residency or military ...

The Treasury Department ended the IRS’s Direct File program in November 2025, a move announced by Treasury Secretary and IRS ...

The program lets U.S. taxpayers prepare and hold returns for electronic filing once tax season officially begins.

While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.