MyFreeTaxes: free federal and state filing from United Way
MyFreeTaxes is run by United Way. You can file your own federal and state return for free with its software if your income is under $89,000, or have your taxes prepared for free through VITA if you make less.
Check if you qualify (5 questions)Free if you qualify, federal and state. Limits as listed on MyFreeTaxes.com for tax year 2025 (filing season 2026).
Who qualifies
- File your own return: income under $89,000, current tax year.
- Have it prepared: income about $69,000 or less through VITA, including some prior years.
- Covers wages, self-employment income, dependents, education and home ownership. The self-file option also covers rental property.
- Email, chat and phone support with IRS-certified VITA specialists.
Who it is not for
- Income of $89,000 or more.
- Rental property on the prepared-for-you (VITA) option.
How to get started
- Go to MyFreeTaxes.com and pick "File my own taxes" or "Have my taxes prepared".
- Gather your ID, Social Security cards or ITINs and official tax forms (W-2, 1099).
- Most self-filers finish in about an hour. Prepared returns take one to three weeks.
Common questions
Is MyFreeTaxes really free for state returns too?
Yes, for people who qualify. MyFreeTaxes covers federal and state returns at no cost.
Is MyFreeTaxes an IRS program?
It is run by United Way and works with the IRS VITA program. It is not part of IRS Free File.
Can I use it if I am self-employed?
Yes. The self-file option includes self-employment income (1099). The prepared option has limited self-employment support.
If this program does not fit
Other free programs may still work for you:
VITA
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Income about $70,244 or less Free if you qualifyTCE
Tax Counseling for the Elderly Age 60 or older Free if you qualifyAARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Free volunteer tax help from AARP Foundation Over 50, low to moderate income Free if you qualifyIRS Free File
Free guided tax software from IRS partner companies AGI $89,000 or less (tax year 2025) Free federal return if you qualify; state may cost extraFree File Fillable Forms
Free IRS forms you fill in online, any income Any income, confident with forms Free (federal only)MilTax
Free tax software and help for the military community Service members, families, recent veterans Free if you qualifyPrefer a paid pro?
If no free program fits, or you have an IRS notice or tax debt, our partner Pack Tax prepares returns and handles IRS problems for clients in every state by phone and video.
This is paid help, not a free program. You can ask questions before you agree to anything.
Ask Pack Tax for helpPack Tax is our paid partner; we may receive a fee for referrals. How this works
Sources
Facts on this page were checked against these sources on October 8, 2026. Rules change each year; confirm with the official source before you file.