The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

The tax season officially started Jan. 26. You will need a W-2 and to file your tax return by the April 15 deadline.

A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one fewer way to file in 2026.

How to check your IRS refund status, common delays and when to expect your money.

You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.

So, here’s how you can file your taxes at no cost to yourself. According to a press release sent by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the agency’s Free File program is a great way for eligible ...

Thomas is a native of upstate New York and a graduate of the University at Albany. As a former member of CNET's How To team, he wrote about the intersection of policy, information and technology, and ...

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