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Get the clarity you need and the value you want — $0 federal tax filing. About 44% of TaxAct filers qualified last year based on income and deductions. See if you qualify below.
W-2 & Unemployment
Current Students
Child Tax Credit and more
Do I qualify for free federal filing?
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/losses
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
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By far the best
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Been Using For Years
"Very glad to be using the software and that it keeps up with ever changing tax rules. I have been using it for years and will continue to.
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4.4 Stars | 31,102+ Reviews
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Great experience, fast return, inexpensive
“I found this app to be helpful, easy and efficient, as well as inexpensive. Already recommended this to friends and family.”
@Bones8411 Mar 22, 2025
Fast and Efficient
“Been filing with TaxAct for about 4 years now and I have never had an issue! Keep up the good work, guys.”
@Gawsome123 Feb 7, 2025
No muss, no fuss
"I can’t stand doing paperwork, so I was thrilled with how easy TaxAct is to use."
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