The IRS has introduced a groundbreaking method for filing taxes, promising to simplify the process for millions of Americans. As of 2025, this innovative system is available in 25 states, offering a streamlined,

Expanded into 25 states for 2025, IRS Direct File allows eligible taxpayers to submit federal returns free of charge.

The Internal Revenue Service's new free online Direct File service is open for business. Last year, more than 20,000 Florida taxpayers took advantage of the pilot program that allowed taxpayers to prepare and file their taxes online directly to the government for free,

Direct File can help you cut out the tax season middlemen, and this year, the IRS is bringing out new features.

IRS Direct File launched last year as a way to file your taxes with the federal tax agency — for free. At the time, there were only 12 participating pilot states. This tax season, twenty-five states will participate, though the IRS invited all states and the District of Columbia to join in.

Florida is one of 25 states eligible to file taxes for free directly with the IRS. Here's how it works, plus other options.

A new tool is available to make filing your own taxes easier. Connecticut taxpayers have access to a free service called the IRS Direct File Tool. The online service allows eligible people to directly file federal tax returns with the IRS without needing a third-party software of professional assistance.