Many taxpayers can prepare and file their federal tax returns for free using IRS Free File, available only through IRS.gov. The IRS Free File program is a public-private partnership between the IRS and the Free File Alliance, a coalition of tax preparation software companies.

The Direct File program was built by the IRS to allow people with relatively simple returns to file them online without using third-party software.

The IRS has removed its free Direct File option for taxes. Most taxpayers can use the official Free File program. There are several other ways to file taxes for no charge. Tax filing season officially begins on Monday, January 26. If you missed the news ...

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 available for taxpayers. Looking for free tax filing ...

The Internal Revenue Service has free tax forms and publications on a wide variety of topics. If you need IRS forms, here are five easy methods for getting the information you need. 1. On the Internet You can access forms and publications on the IRS Web ...

Employers can now file their Q1 2026 payroll tax returns with TaxZerone, a #1 IRS-Authorized E-File Provider, ensuring