IRS Direct File ends. Here are other free or low-cost tax-filing options to consider.

Direct File has ended. Americans who used the free tax-filing program will have to find a new option. Here are some alternatives.

IRS Officially Kills Direct File, a ‘Failed’ Program That Offered Millions Free Tax Prep

A memo to states last week confirmed what many have long expected was coming: “IRS Direct File will not be available in Filing Season 2026. No launch date has been set for the future.” ...
Nextgov

IRS returns to relying on tax prep companies for free filing options without Direct File

A new report from the tax agency that was requested by congressional Republicans said that dropping Direct File “is in the ...
Soy Aire on MSN

Tax Season: Alternatives After IRS Direct File Ends

The IRS has decided not to continue its Direct File program, leaving many taxpayers, especially Latinos, seeking ...
Money Digest on MSN

The Easy Tax Filing System The IRS Is Getting Rid Of In 2026

This easy tax filing system, which was previously provided through the IRS, will no longer be available to filers in 2026 ...

IRS Kills Off Popular Free Direct File Option For The 2026 Tax Filing Season

While the IRS hasn’t officially confirmed that the program is dead, the website indicates that the program is closed—and ...
Oregon Capital Chronicle

Trump administration ended free tax filing program. Here’s where Oregonians can go instead

Oregon was one of 25 states to have partnered with the Internal Revenue Service to offer a direct online tool to file federal income taxes.