The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

The Trump administration has ended the IRS Direct File program but there are still no-cost ways to submit tax returns.

The IRS Direct File program is no longer available. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Economic Security Project) We knew that it was coming, but now we know for sure: Direct File, the free ...

The IRS Direct File program has been under fire from Republicans in Congress since it began. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act didn’t get rid of it, despite language in the House version. Still, the ...