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We compared the top free tax software options to help the do-it-yourself tax filers find the cheapest option in 2026.

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Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

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In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, ...

Those who need to submit a self assessment must do so by 31 January, but the process can sometimes be confusing.

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