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TaxACT 2009 Free Edition

Free tax software - Prepare & Print your federal income tax return at no cost. Includes FREE efile!

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Includes Free IRS E-file - Get your refund in as few as 8 days**   |   System Requirements

FREE times 3 - Prepare, Print, Efile

Free Federal income tax return for everyone - no restrictions!

Everything that you need to file your free tax return is included at no charge - prepare your federal income tax return, print your return, and take advantage of free efile for a refund in as few as 8 days. TaxACT is the pioneer of free tax software, with over a decade of experience.

Enhanced!  Help Center & Video Tutorials

In-depth help topic videos offer step-by-step directions for tax questions and TaxACT program support.

New!  Includes ALL E-fileable Tax Forms

No matter if you have a simple or complex return, we have you covered! Other free tax software only lets you prepare simple returns, but TaxACT supports 1040, 1040A, & 1040EZ.

Maximize Your Deductions & Credits

Boost your tax savings and get the biggest refund possible with TaxACT Deduction, Credit, and Income Examiners.

Free Guidance from Tax Specialists

Never get stumped by a tax question again! Let our highly qualified tax specialists guide you through specific tax situations via e-mail at no additional cost.

Complete the FAFSA With Ease

TaxACT's College Student Financial Aid Report simplifys completion of the FAFSA application by gathering all the tax information you'll need in an easy-to-follow document.

Save Preparation Time with PDF Import

Even if you did not use TaxACT to prepare your taxes last year, you can still import basic info from many 2008 PDF tax returns***.

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** The IRS estimates a typical e-filed return with direct deposit will be deposited in 8-15 days.

*** TaxACT can import tax data from PDF files prepared by the following software solutions: TurboTax®, TaxCut®, TaxSlayer, CompleteTax®, ezTaxReturn.com, FreeTaxUSA™, eSmart® Tax, On-Line Taxes, TaxBrain.com®, ATX™, Lacerte®, ProSeries®, and NTS TaxVision.