TaxSlayer Simply Free: who qualifies
Updated for the 2026 filing season
TaxSlayer's free tier, branded Simply Free, is one of the tighter ones on eligibility, but it's also an active IRS Free File partner and includes education credits that some competitors gate behind a paid tier.
Who qualifies
- W-2 income only
- Standard deduction
- Education credits (American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning)
- Child Tax Credit
What triggers an upgrade
- Itemized deductions
- Self-employment or 1099 income
- Investment or rental income
| Federal | Free on Simply Free tier |
|---|---|
| State | Included free on Simply Free tier |
| Free File Alliance | Participating partner |