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What it is

TaxSlayer provides forms, calculations, and resources for preparing and electronically filing federal and state tax returns. Its listed capabilities include self-employment, investment, and rental income, plus audit support. Paid products support the IRS forms, credits, and deductions covered by the software, though business and other specialized situations may not be included. Simply Free is limited to eligible taxpayers, with eligibility based on age, income, credits, and deductions; it includes one federal return and one state return and costs nothing. Users can prepare and file federal and state taxes through the mobile app on a smartphone or tablet, as well as on the web. W-2 and 1099 import is listed, and support instructions describe uploading a PDF copy of a W-2. TaxSlayer lists AES-256 encryption for data in transit and at rest, multi-layer authentication, and a dedicated cybersecurity team. Phone and email support is offered year-round for all packages.

Spec sheet

Purpose
TaxSlayer provides forms, calculations, and resources to prepare and electronically file federal and state tax returns.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Security
TaxSlayer lists AES-256 encryption for data in transit and at rest, multi-layer authentication, and a dedicated cybersecurity team.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Support
TaxSlayer offers year-round phone and email support for all package options; chat is available to Premium and Self-Employed users during operating hours.Read 11 Oct 2026 · support.taxslayer.com
Headquarters
Augusta, Georgia, United StatesRead 23 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Founded
1965Read 23 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Audit support
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Company age
TaxSlayer's parent company was established in 1965, and its individual tax software launched in 1998.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Company headquarters
TaxSlayer is headquartered in Augusta, Georgia.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Free eligibility
Simply Free is limited to eligible taxpayers and includes a federal return; eligibility depends on age, income, credits, and deductions.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Import
The product listing includes W-2 and 1099 import, and support instructions say users can upload a PDF copy of a W-2.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Investment income
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Limits
The listed prices are guides; actual pricing is determined at print or e-file and may change without notice.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Mobile access
web_and_mobileRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Mobile filing
The mobile app lets users prepare and file federal and state taxes from a smartphone or tablet.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Rental income
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Self-employed users
TaxSlayer describes Self-Employed as suited to contractors, 1099 filers, side hustlers, and self-employed taxpayers.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Self-employment support
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
State filing
paid_add_onRead 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Tax professionals
TaxSlayer says it is IRS-approved tax filing software and electronically sends submitted returns to the IRS for processing.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Tax situations
Its paid products support all IRS forms, credits, and deductions supported by the software, though business and other specialized situations may not be included.Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com

Plans and prices

Simply Free Free 1 federal return · 1 state return Read 20 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Classic Priced on request 1 federal return · $47.99 per state return Read 19 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Premium Priced on request 1 federal return · $47.99 per state return Read 19 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Self-Employed Priced on request 1 federal return · $47.99 per state return Read 19 Sep 2026 · taxslayer.com
Simply Free Free Free federal return for those who qualify · Form 1040 and limited credits · one free state return; each additional state return is $47.99 Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Classic $44.99, paid once per federal return; state additional All major tax forms · all filing statuses and income types · W-2 and 1099 import Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Premium $64.99, paid once per federal return; state additional Skip-the-line priority phone and email support · live chat · Ask a Tax Pro Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com
Self-Employed $74.99, paid once per federal return; state additional 1099 and Schedule C guidance · access to tax pros with self-employed expertise · quarterly estimated payment reminders Read 11 Oct 2026 · taxslayer.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports self-employment, investment, and rental income.
  • Mobile app supports federal and state filing.
  • W-2 and 1099 import are listed.
  • Year-round phone and email support for all packages.
  • Lists AES-256 encryption and multi-layer authentication.

Limits

  • Simply Free eligibility depends on taxpayer circumstances.
  • State filing is listed as a paid add-on.
  • Business and specialized situations may not be included.
  • Listed prices may change without notice.

Who it suits

TaxSlayer suits people filing federal and state returns, including eligible taxpayers who qualify for Simply Free. Its Self-Employed option is described for contractors, 1099 filers, side hustlers, and other self-employed taxpayers.

Verdict

TaxSlayer covers several income types and offers web and mobile filing, but Simply Free has eligibility requirements and state-return terms vary by plan. Check the supported situations and current price before filing.

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