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Online filing options
Approximately 52% of filers qualify for H&R Block Online Free Edition. Simple tax situations only (Form 1040 and no schedules except Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Student Loan Interest, and Retirement Plan Distributions). Learn more
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Online filing options
Approximately 52% of filers qualify for H&R Block Online Free Edition. Simple tax situations only (Form 1040 and no schedules except Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, Student Loan Interest, and Retirement Plan Distributions). Learn more |
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Itemized deductions
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Investments
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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Rental & investment income
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1099 income with expenses
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1099 income with expenses
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1099 income with expenses
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BRIAN Deluxe Online User
June, 2025
“H&R Block always takes care of me, let them take care of you.”
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Vman59 Free Online User
July, 2025
“This year I needed to do a simple filing and I was surprised that it was free. Very easy to use and accurate.”
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Westerner101 Premium Online User
August, 2025
“I purchased the online tax prep and it was great. I was able to complete my taxes with ease and confidence. The AI tool was a nice bonus.”
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Rando2725 Free Online User
June, 2025
“The overall process to file was smooth and it was an incredibly quick experience. User ability was also ideal with helpful step by step options for completing your taxes.”
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Pgura63 Deluxe Online User
May, 2025
“It was very easy, with clear instructions. Much appreciated!”
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June, 2025
“I have never completed my own taxes before and this online service made it so incredibly easy!”
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FAQs
The main difference is that online tax filing stores your return online, while the software stores it on your computer, allowing offline work. Both options provide similar features, but downloadable software doesn’t include live expert help.
Yes! You can import your previous year’s tax return from TurboTax or other tax prep service in as little as two minutes. This makes it quick and easy to pick up where you left off and ensures your past tax data is accurately carried over.
Approximately 52% of filers qualify for H&R Block Online Free Edition. Below are the specific tax situations that are included and not included in Free Online:
Included Tax Situations
W-2 Income: Income reported on Form W-2 employment.
Interest and Dividend Income: Limited interest and dividend income reported on Form 1099-INT or Form 1099-DIV up to $1,500.
Standard Deduction: Taxpayers who take the standard deduction instead of itemizing deductions.
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
Child Tax Credit (CTC): Eligibility for the Child Tax Credit.
Unemployment Income: Unemployment compensation reported on Form 1099-G.
Student Loan Interest Deduction: Deduction for student loan interest paid.
Retirement Plan Distributions: Taxable qualified retirement plan distributions reported on Form 1099-R.
Excluded Tax Situations
Itemized Deductions: Taxpayers who choose to itemize deductions (e.g., mortgage interest, charitable contributions).
Self-Employment Income: Income from self-employment or freelance work reported on Schedule C.
Rental Income: Income from rental properties reported on Schedule E.
Capital Gains and Losses: Transactions involving the sale of stocks, bonds, or other capital assets.
Business Income and Expenses: Income and expenses from a business or farm.
Foreign Income: Income earned outside the United States.
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): Contributions to or distributions from Health Savings Accounts.
Other Complex Tax Situations: Any other tax situations that require additional forms or schedules not supported by H&R Block Online Free Edition.