IRS seeks states’ input on its direct file pilot States have until Sept. 4 to tell the IRS if they’re interested in participating. Natalie Alms | July 28, 2023 IRS ...

Direct File is a free, user-friendly tax filing tool developed in partnership with the U.S. Digital Service and 18F. So, who doesn't like free services and open source?

According to 404 Media, the IRS published most of the code for its Direct File on GitHub, making it open source and available for others to use, much to the chagrin of tax lobbyists everywhere.

The IRS touted big enhancements to Direct File this year, and with the tax deadline so close, it might be the best option for you.

Known as Direct File, the free program will be open on a very limited basis – at first, to federal and state government employees in 12 states with certain tax situations.

Direct File will be open only to people with certain tax situations living in certain states at the outset. The free service has been criticized by Republicans and tax preparation companies.

I wasn't eligible to file my income tax return using DIrect File in 2024 or 2025. Before using Direct File, you'll have to set up an ID.ME account to verify your identity.

The IRS is reportedly ending the Direct File, but a report obtained via the Freedom of Information Act says that 94% of users rated their experience as “excellent” or “above average.” ...

States will have the chance to collaborate with the IRS on how they may integrate with the agency’s forthcoming direct file pilot. In a July 16 letter to the Federation of Tax Administrators ...