How to Cancel FreeTaxUSA & Delete Your Account in 2026

Last updated: February 2026 • Difficulty: Easy • Cost: Free federal, $14.99 state

FreeTaxUSA Isn't a Subscription

Unlike TurboTax or H&R Block, FreeTaxUSA only charges you at filing time:

• Federal filing: Always free — all forms, all situations (investments, self-employment, rental income)
• State filing: $14.99 per state
• Deluxe ($7.99 add-on): Priority support, amended returns, audit assistance

There's nothing to "cancel" — you won't be charged again until you choose to file next year. If you're seeing unexpected charges, check if you selected the "pay with refund" option (adds a processing fee).

Delete Your Account

1. Download your returns first: Log in → Prior Year Returns → download PDF copies for all years
2. Go to Account Settings
3. Click Delete Account
4. Confirm — this permanently removes all your tax data

Keep downloaded copies of your returns for at least 7 years. You may need them for mortgage applications, audits, or amended returns.

Why FreeTaxUSA Is the Best Value

FreeTaxUSA handles the same tax situations as TurboTax Premier ($89+) and H&R Block ($55+) — for free on federal. Here's the comparison:

• FreeTaxUSA: $0 federal + $14.99 state = $14.99 total
• TurboTax Deluxe: $69 federal + $59 state = $128 total
• H&R Block Deluxe: $55 federal + $45 state = $100 total
• TaxSlayer Classic: $23 federal + $40 state = $63 total
• Cash App Taxes: $0 federal + $0 state = $0 total

Even Cheaper Alternatives

• Cash App Taxes (Free) — completely free federal + state, no income limits
• IRS Direct File (Free) — directly from the IRS, expanding to more states each year
• IRS Free File (Free) — if income under $84,000, through partner sites