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Description
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AARP Tax-Aide offers free online tax preparation options. Includes: - Get coaching from a volunteer counselor via screen-sharing on your own computer.
- Access free self-preparation software if your 2025 AGI is $84,000 or less (estimate using line 11 from last year's Form 1040/1040-SR).
- For AGI over $84,000, prior-year returns, or other assistance, request help without free software.
- Free software is limited to the current tax year (2025).
The tax deadline is Wednesday, April 15th, 2026.
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Defined coverage areas:
United States - Nationwide
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Physical Address
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No physical address.
United States
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Hours Of Operation
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Apply Online: Seven days a week, 24-hours
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Physical Location Description
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Not applicable.
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Eligibility
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The free software is limited to taxpayers if:
- Your Adjusted Gross Income is below $84,000 or less.
Individuals can estimate their AGI by checking the amount on line 11 of their 2025 tax return (Form 1040 or 1040-SR).
Free self-preparation tax software is only available for the current tax year 2025.
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Program Fees
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No fee.
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Documents Required
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Any document produced by Social Security Administration (showing SS number) for everyone on the return; - A copy of last year's return if you have one; - All wage and other income documents received from your employer or benefits provider (W2's, 1099, etc.); - Documentation or receipts for deductions and credits; - If claiming Child/Dependent Care Credit, the child care provider's Tax ID number (EIN or SSN), name, address and phone number are requires; - Proof of your bank account number and routing number to use for direct deposit of your refund (check is preferred); - If itemizing (Sch.A), documents for expenses such as mortgage interest statement (Form 1098), property tax bill, charitable contributions, medical expenses; - If purchased health insurance through Covered California, bring Form 1095-A (received from Covered California).
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Mailing Address
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No mailing address.
United States
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Phone
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No phone access - online only
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Main Contact Name
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Sites offering this Program
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Online Tax Assistance
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Tax Status
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Legal Status
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None or unknown
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Last Verified On: 1/15/2026
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