Taxpayers can still use Direct File for free online filing

File Taxes for Free: How the IRS Free File Program Really Works
With the 2025 tax season underway, Free File could be just what you need to get your taxes done early and only for $0.
Trump, at least for now, has not terminated Direct File, the free IRS tax filing system
In early February 2025, claims emerged that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk, had terminated, or planned to terminate, a program — Direct File — run by the IRS that allows (some) citizens to file individual tax returns for free:
Was IRS Direct File 'deleted'? How to file taxes for free in 2025
Tax season can be stressful from gathering all the required documents to finding a trusted place to file. Here are some options for filing for free.
Tax Season 2025 Is Underway: 'Enhanced' Direct File Comes to More States
An "enhanced" version of the IRS' Direct File program launched this year, with availability in roughly twice as many states as last year.
Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS’ Direct File — but the free tax program is still available
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk posted on his social media site that he has “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on technology projects such as the IRS's Direct File program.
Your Tax Filing Could Be Free if Musk’s DOGE Commission Gets Its Way
The "Department of Government Efficiency" reportedly wants to create a mobile app so Americans can file their taxes for free.
No, Elon Musk Didn't End the Free Direct File Tax Filing Program
The Tesla CEO caused a stir after claiming the program, which allows Americans to file their taxes straight to the IRS, had been "deleted."
5 ways to file your taxes for free in 2025
These days, there are a number of free options for filing your tax return, and many of them offer guided support to help you ...
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How to do your taxes for free: Is Direct File dead? Where to find free deals and services
Getting your taxes done for free sounds like something that you're bound to regret. But several real-deal tax freebies exist. Many people could save the $300 or more that they pay for tax ...
Free tax preparation available across Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced it will offer free tax assistance at more than 200 sites for those filing income tax and property tax returns. Most sites will open early February and ...
How to do your state, federal taxes for free: Oregonians have more filing options in 2025
Oregonians have more options for free online tax prep for the 2025 filing season. Some may qualify for the IRS Free File ...
How much should you pay to do your taxes? Maybe nothing — if you qualify for free tax prep.
Major tax-prep providers like Intuit’s TurboTax and H&R Block say they can do “simple” federal income-tax returns for free.