WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taxpayers can get a head start on preparing their 2025 federal tax returns as the IRS Free File program is now available ahead of the official start of the tax filing season, with free filing available at IRS.gov/FreeFile.

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Although Direct File will no longer be available in 2026, there are still numerous online tools and apps that offer free tax filing. Here are the best three.

Tax day isn’t until April but maybe some of you out there are already looking to get ready to file your taxes sooner than later. Here, then, are some things to keep in mind as you prepare, courtesy of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

With the IRS's Direct File program no longer available, taxpayers face the challenge of saving on tax preparation costs. Discover alternative methods to keep your expenses low and navigate the tax season efficiently.

While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.