Security is a top priority for us at TaxAct 

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Security is a top priority for us at TaxAct 

What security measures do we take?

We work to protect your personal information by using appropriate and generally accepted safeguards,procedures,and practices for both physical and online security.We partner with the IRS and state authorities to implement safeguards to protect your account

Read below for more information about the security features we use during the sign-in process to help protect your account, the tools we provide to help you be aware of any use of your account, and what you can do if you have a concern about security. 

We have the following features in the sign-in process to help make sure it's really you accessing your account: 


  • Password complexity requirements 

  • Multifactor Authentication (MFA) 

  • Trusted device verification 


To verify your identity, we'll send a unique security code to your mobile phone when you sign in or you can retrieve the code from your linked Google Authenticator app. Simply enter that code to authenticate your identity and access your information. 

Need help? Get fast answers to sign in questions. 

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Trust is the foundation of everything we do

Our customers trust us with their most sensitive data, and we are committed to safeguarding that trust through rigorous data privacy policies and compliance with industry-leading security standards.

—Dermot Halpin, CEO, Taxwell

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Help Us Keep You Safe

If you notice suspicious activity related to your bank account, credit cards, or other financial accounts,

see these recommendations from the IRS. Never provide your usernames or passwords to others, and always maintain good security practices