Direct File Is Gone. Here’s How You Can Still File Your Taxes For Free

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 ...

5 ways to file your taxes for free

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

Tax Season 2026: Which Documents and Info Do You Need to File Income Taxes?

If you're ready to file your 2025 income taxes (and receive your potential tax refund) early, here is the information and documentation you need.

What is free file and who qualifies? 2026 tax season days away

The 2026 tax season will open on Monday, Jan. 26, and you may save a few bucks on filing fees if you qualify to use the IRS' free filing system.
The Hill

IRS Direct File is gone. This is how you can still file taxes for free

(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...