Get a jump on your max refund.

Pay only when you file

Pay only when you file

Pay only when you file

Pay only when you file

Read more about the TaxAct Maximum Refund and $100k Accuracy Guarantees. Price paid is determined at the time of filing and is subject to change. All TaxAct offers, products and services are subject to applicable terms and conditions. Ratings are from online reviews as of 4/22/2021 and may be incentivized.

We'll help you file with confidence at no extra cost.

Quick, easy-to-digest bits of information that helps you improve your tax outcome and financial wellness.

We guarantee that you will get your maximum tax refund. After all, you've earned it.

Anyone can promise your biggest refund. But only TaxAct backs it up with $100,000.

Switch to TaxAct from your previous online tax provider by simply uploading a PDF of your previous year's return. It's just that easy.

Our proprietary tool works in your favor to uncover certain qualifying deductions and credits many filers don't realize are available.

Your customized My TaxPlan features potential refund-boosting opportunities and easy-to-follow instructions.

For more details about these features, see Offer Details and Disclosures.

Our easy-to-use DIY tax software is designed to help you get your maximum refund– now for much less. We’ve helped e-file over 80 million federal returns since 2000. Let us show you how easy it is to get started.​

You don't have to take our word for it. Hear what our customers have to say.

I have been doing my own taxes for many years. I also do taxes for my family members and friends. I have tried out several online software programs for taxes but TaxAct is by far the best. Its very easy to use and thorough.

@denise1977

Greenville, NC

Love this tax program. Just as easy to use as TurboTax or HR Block at a fraction of the cost. Or totally free in a lot of cases. Can not say enough wonderful things about it. Definitely recommend.

@timm5

Chicago, IL

I really like this tax service. It is very easy to use and much cheaper than many other softwares.

@gabriellew26

Mobile, AL

Its free and easy to work with. Shows you how much you get back right away.

@gennal1

I love the site and I have used it faithfully for a few years now. It makes preparation a breeze and its an easy format to follow for beginners.

@chinaslade77

Filing taxes can be intimidating but TaxAct makes the process extremely simple. It is completely free and they provide step by step guide for you to follow when filing. They walk you through the entire process as if you were to be sitting in an office.

@rgonzo

Brownsville, TX

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TaxAct Costs Less: “20% less” or “File for less” claim based on comparison with TurboTax federal pricing for paid consumer online 1040 filing products on 10/5/2021.  “$15 less” claim based on comparison with TurboTax federal pricing for paid consumer online 1040 filing products on 10/5/2021.

Maximum Refund Guarantee: If an error in our software causes you to receive a smaller refund or larger tax liability than you receive using the same data with another tax preparation product, we will pay you the difference in the refund or liability up to $100,000 and refund the applicable software fees you paid us. Find out more about our Maximum Refund Guarantee.

$100k Accuracy Guarantee: If you pay an IRS or state penalty or interest because of a TaxAct calculation error, we'll pay you the difference in the refund or liability up to $100,000. This guarantee applies only to errors contained in our software; it doesn't apply to errors the customer makes.  Find out more about our $100k Accuracy Guarantee.

Satisfaction Guarantee: If you are not 100% satisfied with any TaxAct product, you may stop using the product prior to printing or filing your return. We are unable to refund fees after you print or e-file your return.

TaxAct Xpert Help: Available to certain users of TaxAct's online, consumer 1040 product for an additional charge. Service hours limited to designated scheduling times and by expert availability. Some tax topics or situations may not be included as part of this service. View full TaxAct Xpert Help Terms and Conditions

Start Free and File Free: The TaxAct Online Free Edition makes free federal filing available for simple returns only. Not everyone has a simple return. Find out if you have a simple return and more about what this year’s Free Edition includes.  For all other online products, you can start free and pay only when you file. This means you will not be charged if you decide to stop using any product prior to printing or e-filing.

Edition Pricing: Actual prices are determined at the time of payment, print, or e-file and are subject to change without notice. Add sales tax for applicable orders. Offers may end at any time and promotional offers may not be combined.

Deduction Maximizer: TaxAct's Deduction Maximizer guides you step by step through the process of completing your return in a way that helps you uncover additional tax advantages and helps you maximize your deductions by checking dozens of additional deductions we know from experience folks don't think to look for. Each deduction you claim may reduce the amount of tax you owe, resulting in a lower IRS bill overall.

All-Inclusive: All-Inclusive is a collection of select products and services that may be used to enhance your DIY tax preparation and filing experience. This offer does not include Xpert Help, additional state(s), or a tax professional preparing a return on your behalf. 50% savings based on a la carte pricing. Final price, including added sales taxes, is determined at the time of filing and subject to change.

My TaxPlan™: Your customized My TaxPlanTM features potential refund-growing opportunities and easy-to-follow instructions based on information you provide for your current tax return. Refund boost claimed in advertising calculated using recent IRS statistics and trade press regarding contributions to retirement accounts. We will highlight other potential savings, too, so your refund boost could be bigger.

Refund Transfer: Refund Transfers are fee- based products offered by Republic Bank Trust Company, Member FDIC.  A Refund Transfer Fee and all other authorized amounts will be deducted from the taxpayer’s tax refund.

Audit Defense: See Audit Defense provided by Tax Protection Plus for further details of services and requirements. May not apply to certain forms and credits. Certain customers may not qualify for services based on past tax audit history, residency, or other factors. Audit Defense is not insurance. Audit Defense is subject to terms and conditions located on Tax Protection Plus's website.

Refer-A-Friend: For each friend you refer to TaxAct who did not file with us last year, you get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card after they fil e their taxes using TaxAct’s 2020 Deluxe, Premier or Self-Employed product. Even better, they get 20% off our federal tax filing products by using the share link you provide! It’s not every day you get to be somebody’s hero and make money doing it.

Amazon.com is not a sponsor of this promotion. Except as required by law, Amazon.com Gift Cards (GCs) cannot be transferred for value or redeemed for cash. GCs may be used only for purchases of eligible goods at Amazon.com or certain of its affiliated websites. For complete terms and conditions, see www.amazon.com/gc-legal. GCs are issued by ACI Gift Cards, Inc., a Washington corporation. All Amazon ®, TM © are IP of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. No expiration date or service fees. 

This offer is subject to specific terms and conditions. Offer is subject to change. The value of your gift card is dependent on the offer available at the time you make the referral.

Paid Advertising:  TaxAct, Inc. gets fees from some third parties that provide offers to its customers. This compensation may affect what and how we communicate their services to you. TaxAct is not a party to any transactions you may choose to enter into with these third parties.

Over 80 Million Returns Filed: Based on e-filed federal returns through TaxAct Consumer and TaxAct Professional software since 2000.

Return Import: TaxAct can import the data you filed last year with us or your return from PDF files of 1040 returns prepared by many but not all tax prep software solutions.

Quick Start Options: Quick start options include PDF import, prior year import, and W-2 photo capture. To import your prior year return, you must either have a PDF copy of a return available or have filed your return the previous year with TaxAct. To capture your W-2 with a camera with your phone, you must be able to download and install TaxAct's mobile app and grant it the necessary camera and image privileges. To ensure accuracy, we will ask you to review any information we're able to import (either through PDF import, prior year import, or W-2 photo capture) and review it for accuracy. These quick start options save time by not requiring you to enter some of your information manually.

Most Popular: TaxAct Deluxe is our most popular product among our online customers with more complex tax situations.

Trademarks: All trademarks not owned by TaxAct, Inc. that appear on this website are the property of their respective owners, who are not affiliated with, connected to, or sponsored by or of TaxAct, Inc. TurboTax is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc. HR Block is a registered trademark of HRB Innovations, Inc.