Direct File Expands to Millions of Americans

2025 tax season is here. More people can file online for free
Tax season has officially opened. Starting on Monday, you can now file tax returns for 2024 income. This year the Internal Revenue Service is making it easier for more people to file online for free, through its Direct File program. That was introduced last year as a pilot, and this year it is being expanded.
How to file your taxes for free with IRS Direct File
Expanded into 25 states for 2025, IRS Direct File allows eligible taxpayers to submit federal returns free of charge.
More Americans will be able to file their tax return directly online with the IRS this year
Direct File allows some taxpayers to file their returns online directly with the IRS for no cost and is available to about half the country.
Free File or Direct File? Which one will you use today as tax season begins?
As tax season begins on January 27, 2025, it's time to decide how you'll file your taxes. The IRS offers several tools to make the process easier and more efficient.
IRS accepting tax returns now: When can I file a return? Where’s my refund? Can I file for free?
Filers with Adjusted Gross Income, known as AGI, of less than $84,000 can use IRS Free File to complete returns at no charge. Free File offers tax preparation software from eight companies and gives free online access to preparation and filing software.
IRS Free File program: How to file your taxes for free in 2025
Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.
Tax season is officially open. The IRS has new ways to file for free.
The tax season is officially open. Monday, Jan. 27 is the first day you can file your returns. They may not be due until April 15, but getting a head start will get you a quicker refund. Or give you more time to save if you owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) some cash.
The IRS’s free online filing system is now available to half the country
The IRS's Direct File service is now in its second year and available to people in 25 states.
NJ residents can now use free IRS Direct File system for their income taxes
New Jersey residents can now take advantage of IRS Direct File, a free and secure online tool for filing federal and state tax returns.
Make Tax Season Simple: Direct File Expands to Millions of Americans
With IRS Direct File, tax season is quicker and easier than ever. Over 32 million households can now file their taxes for free, saving time and money while accessing the credits they deserve. #PaidFor
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