TurboTax Online Free Edition
1040EZ and simple returns
Here’s how it works:
Asks easy questions
We put your answers on the right tax forms for you.
Guaranteed accuracy
We double-check your return for accuracy and completeness and help you fix any errors.
eFile for FREE
Efile with direct deposit to get
your refund in as few as 8 days.
Why TurboTax Free Edition is the easiest choice for you…
TurboTax Federal Free Edition was designed for people who have simple tax returns and don't need much tax guidance, regardless of income level.
TurboTax Free Edition is the easy and fast way to get free tax preparation.
If you need everything Free Edition has to offer plus extra guidance, including free tax answers on every page, choose Basic.
If you have a mortgage, childcare or medical expenses, or made charitable donations, Deluxe will help you maximize your deductions for the biggest tax refund.
If you own investments or rental property, choose TurboTax Premier. It has everything in Deluxe PLUS will provide extra guidance so you get the most from your investments.
Note: Free Edition doesn't cover tax schedules C, D, E, and F (required for people who own a business or have sold investments). Choose one of our paid tax software products if you need these schedules. View all tax forms included with Free Edition.
Everything you need to do your simple taxes for free.
Makes Doing Taxes Easier
- Asks Easy Questions — Asks simple, plain-English questions then puts your answers on the right forms for you, including 1040EZ, 1040A and 1040.
- Saves Your Progress — Do your taxes at your own pace, at any time of day. You can even skip around in your free
tax return. - Handles Different Types of Wages and Income — We'll walk you through entering your W-2s, unemployment benefits, retirement, disability and survivor's benefits. If you need extra guidance and tax answers, upgrade at any time.
- Try it out without creating a user ID. Save your info when you want to.
- Risk Free — Not sure Free Edition will cover your unique situation? Start your free taxes anytime and we will prompt you if another TurboTax program may be better for you. When you upgrade, the info you've entered so far will transfer automatically.
Spots Errors and Shows Where to Fix Them
- Checks for Mistakes — Double-checks your tax return for errors, and shows you exactly where you can fix them, so you're confident your taxes are done right.
- Guaranteed Accurate Calculations — If you should get hit with an IRS or state penalty or interest due to a TurboTax calculation error, we'll pay you the penalty and interest.
- Always Up-to-Date with the Latest Tax Laws — Even our free tax software ensures that your return includes the latest tax forms and complies with every update in the tax law.
- Preview Your Tax Summary and 1040 Tax Form Before You File — Preview a summary list to find any missing pieces of info, or view your filled-in 1040 form before you file.
Gets Your Refund Fast
- Tracks Your Tax Refund in Real Time — As you complete your tax return, watch your refund add up on our
Refund Monitor. - Speeds Up Your Tax Refund — Efile for FREE with direct deposit and get your refund in as few as 8 days. Or choose to print and file for free.
Offers Help When You Need It
- FREE Technical Support — Got a software question? No problem! Get answers from a TurboTax expert via e-mail or live chat.
- Lets You Stop Anytime and search for tax and technical help from easy-to-follow articles written by TurboTax experts on TurboTax.com.
- File an Extension or Amendment if You Need To — Running out of time? Easily prepare an application for a filing extension with just a few clicks. Or, amend a return you've already submitted.
- Additional Guidance Available Instantly — Upgrade to TurboTax Basic at any time—all the info you've entered so far will transfer automatically—and you'll get step-by-step guidance and live tax answers on every screen.
Start TurboTax Free Edition today and do your simple taxes the easy way.
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