"Direct File, used by 300,000 people last year, has been discontinued, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent telling reporters, We think that the private sector can do a better job. But there are still free options for those who don't want to pay for tax software or a tax adviser."
"Free File. Available to filers with adjusted gross incomes of $89,000 or less. A link on the Internal Revenue Service site lets you choose from among several commercial trusted partners that provide free access to guided tax software and filing. Not all of them have the same eligibility standards, and some will charge to submit your state return even if you qualify for free federal filing."
"Free File Fillable. This option is available for anybody, no limits on income or complexity of the return but you don't get the guidance that software or Free File offers. You fill out online versions of the tax forms yourself and submit them to the IRS. The only requirement is a phone number where you can receive a text message for identity verification."
Direct File has been discontinued after serving about 300,000 users. Free File offers guided commercial software for filers with adjusted gross incomes of $89,000 or less, though state e-file may incur charges. Free File Fillable is available to all filers but requires manual form entry and a phone number for text verification. MilTax provides free software and support for servicemembers and some veterans. California residents can use CalFile to submit state returns using federal return information. IRS-sponsored volunteer programs provide in-person help for low-income, elderly, disabled, or limited-English filers; paper filing remains a free alternative.
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