CNBC Select has run more than a dozen tax software programs through their paces to find the best in a variety of categories.

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

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IRS Free File is now accepting federal tax returns from eligible taxpayers at no cost. Here are the details.

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