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

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 ...

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Over 250,000 Americans filed their taxes for free with the Internal Revenue Service last year, using the IRS Direct File option. IRS Direct File was introduced in 2024, and the previous presidential ...

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The Internal Revenue Service also will start accepting taxes as early as January 26.

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While many people will have to wait until Jan. 26 to file their taxes, taxpayers who qualify for the IRS Free File program ...

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.