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MAXIMUM REFUND GUARANTEED*
Tax laws changed. TaxAct is on it — so you don’t have to be.
Start your return and we’ll guide you through the updates that apply to your unique tax situation, all backed by our $100K accuracy guarantee*.
Pay only when you file
$24.99 flat rate federal & state filing for new customers!
File federal & 1 state personal tax return for just $24.99 total. Must file by 3/1. Learn More
Confident filing, from start to finish.
Not sure where to start? Start for free and we’ll guide you as you file.
Free
Free Federal
~44% of TaxAct filers qualified last year based on income & deductions. See if you qualify.
Deluxe
Home & Family
For taxes that get more complex – like childcare and property.
Everything in Free plus:
Premier
Investments
Good for those who earned income from investment assets.
Everything in Deluxe plus:
Self-Employed
Entrepreneur
For business owners, freelancers, side hustlers, and gig workers.
Everything in Premier plus:
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Snap a pic of your docs, see your progress at a glance, and add expert help if you need it. Available for Android and iOS.
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$24.99 flat to file your federal & state tax return!
New customers can file federal and 1 state personal tax return for just $24.99 total. Must file by 2/28.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can file for free yourself with TaxAct's Free Edition if you meet the qualifications below, including filing using IRS Form 1040 only without having to attach any forms or schedules. Only certain taxpayers are eligible.
Situations covered (assuming no added tax complexity):
W-2 income, Unemployment income, Retirement income
Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit
Dependents
Current Students
Student loan interest
Situations not covered:
Investment income: Stock, interest, dividends, crypto, or capital gains/losses
Sale of home, real estate taxes, mortgage interest, or rental property income
Royalty, trusts, and foreign accounts
Business and farm income
Itemized deductions
Adoption credits and child and dependent care
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Freelance, contractor, side hustle, or self-employed income and expenses