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Purpose
MyFreeTaxes connects California families to free tax filing services and tax credits.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Free plan
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Filing choices
The site offers self-preparation, online preparation, and in-person preparation options.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
In-person season
In-person assistance is available primarily from late January through April 15, with some sites open through October 15.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
In-person service
Certified VITA preparers provide free in-person tax preparation through local California sites.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
ITIN resources
The ITIN Resource Hub provides filing resources and information for eligible ITIN filers seeking free tax help.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Mobile access
web_and_mobileRead 22 Sep 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Online availability
The online preparation option is listed as available January 31 through October 15, with document deadlines for April and October filing dates.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Online eligibility
The online option lists income up to $69,000 and excludes, among other cases, rental income, cryptocurrency sales, and certain self-employment situations.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Online preparation
Eligible California filers can have returns prepared online at no cost by certified VITA tax preparers.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Online workflow
Online filers use GetYourRefund.org to create an account and upload tax documents for a VITA preparer.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Privacy statement
The online preparation page says United Ways of California will not sell or distribute a filer’s email address to a third party.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Provider
The homepage identifies MyFreeTaxes.org as a free resource provided by United Ways of California.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Self-employment support
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
State filing
includedRead 22 Sep 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Tax credit calculator
The site offers a calculator to estimate potential tax credits.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
TaxSlayer integration
A MyFreeTaxes guide identifies TaxSlayer as software used by many users for self-filing.Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org

Plans and prices

File my own taxes Free Free self-filing option; access eligibility and current limits not stated on the opened page Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
In-person tax preparation Free California locations; income generally up to $69,000; eligibility and appointment availability vary Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org
Online tax preparation Free California filers; income up to $69,000; eligibility restrictions apply; available Jan 31–Oct 15 Read 12 Oct 2026 · myfreetaxes.org

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