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H&R Block Free Online tax filing service offers more for free than TurboTax Free Edition. Students will love the fast, easy features, while parents can get info about the Earned Income Credit and Child Tax Credit, including the IRS letters needed before filing.

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“H&R Block’s free version is one of the best on the market.”

  • NerdWallet, January 2023

Features you’ll love.

Easy W-2 importing

Save time by importing your W-2 directly from select payroll providers.

Easy switching

File with one of the other guys last year? You can switch over to H&R Block quickly. All you need is last year’s tax return.

Child Tax Credit

Taxes aren’t child’s play. But if you have qualifying children, we can help you claim the Child Tax Credit when you file.

Free EIC

Rest easy knowing we make sure you get the right credits, including the Earned Income Credit (EIC) — for free!

Take a pic

Importing info is simple. Grab your phone, take a pic of your W-2, and you’ll be on your way to filing!

Real-time refund results

File with H&R Block and you’ll see your refund update in real-time. You’ll always know what to expect with us.

With H&R Block, getting more free has never felt more free.

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For everyone (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
For everyone (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
For everyone (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
For students (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
For students (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
For students (Free federal and state taxes & student loan interest deductions)
Tuition and Fees statements
Tuition and Fees statements
Tuition and Fees statements
For those with unemployment income (Form 1099-G)
For those with unemployment income (Form 1099-G)
For those with unemployment income (Form 1099-G)

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Max Refund Guarantee

You’ll get your maximum refund with H&R Block. Find a bigger refund somewhere else? Your tax prep is free.

Audit Support Guarantee

Got an IRS or other tax notice? We’ll help you understand how to respond to it — for free! We’ve got your back.

Accuracy Guarantee

If the software makes an error, we’ll reimburse you for any resulting penalties and interest up to a maximum of $10,000.

No Surprise Guarantee

Surprises aren’t always good. With H&R Block, you’ll get features like audit protection, upfront pricing, and more.

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    MarieWebb

    June, 2022

    “Very simple and easy to use. If I had known that it was so easy to do it myself I would have been doing my own taxes this entire time. Now that I do know how to file on my own I wouldn’t do it any other way.”

    Heat B

    June, 2022

    “I’ve been with H&R Block for almost 7 years and now can file online myself without making an appointment and it’s the easiest tax filing!!! I’ll never go anywhere else!!!”

    Terry Marie

    June, 2022

    “Very easy to use and follow. I’ve used it for the last 5 years and would recommend it to anyone wanting to DIY their income taxes online.”

Easy to efile and get expert help.

The newly designed H&R Block Tax Prep app lets you do your own taxes on any device, with on-demand help from our tax experts if needed*. Import or upload your W-2s with ease, then prep at your own pace. Start for free and get your biggest refund possible, guaranteed.

Limitations apply. Visit our guarantees for more information.
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Meet in an office or via chat, phone, or video. Gather your docs and let your tax pro do the rest. Just review and approve your return.

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