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WebSitePulse 2025 Tax Performance and Uptime Report
he 2025 U.S. tax season began on January 27, 2025, with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) accepting and processing federal individual tax returns for the 2024 tax year.
Taxpayers are encouraged to file electronically and opt for direct deposit to expedite refunds and minimize errors. The IRS has enhanced its Free File program, now accessible to individuals with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less, providing free tax preparation software through trusted partners. Additionally, the Direct File program has expanded to 25 states, allowing eligible taxpayers to file directly with the IRS at no cost.
It's important to note that the filing deadline for most taxpayers is April 15, 2025. Those requiring more time can request an extension, though any taxes owed are still due by the April deadline to avoid penalties. Staying informed about these updates and utilizing available resources can help ensure a smooth and efficient tax filing experience.
E-filing provides significant advantages for taxpayers during the 2025 tax season. By submitting tax returns electronically, individuals experience quicker processing and often receive refunds within weeks, especially when paired with direct deposit. E-filing reduces the likelihood of errors by guiding taxpayers through each step and verifying information before submission. Additionally, electronic filing offers convenience and security, allowing taxpayers to file from home at any time, track their refund status online, and receive immediate confirmation that the IRS has accepted their return.
During tax season, e-filing platforms experience a significant surge in traffic as millions of taxpayers log in simultaneously to submit their returns. This increased activity can occasionally result in slower website performance or temporary delays. Every year, WebSitePulse monitors popular tax refund websites' response time and uptime during tax season to see how they handle the heavy traffic. We then report their performance and availability daily. We have picked the 12 most popular websites to monitor and compare their performance.
The reports reflect the tax websites' home pages' performance, any web transaction process, and the websites' response time and uptime. To be more specific, measurements of e-transactions are made every 15 minutes from 3 different monitoring locations in the U.S.
Also, to ensure the accuracy of the monitoring recordings, we use a false alarm prevention system and error verification controls. We will publish the tax-return websites' response and uptime reports after April 15, 2025, where you can find information on uptime, performance, and availability.
Taxpayers are encouraged to file electronically and opt for direct deposit to expedite refunds and minimize errors. The IRS has enhanced its Free File program, now accessible to individuals with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less, providing free tax preparation software through trusted partners. Additionally, the Direct File program has expanded to 25 states, allowing eligible taxpayers to file directly with the IRS at no cost.
It's important to note that the filing deadline for most taxpayers is April 15, 2025. Those requiring more time can request an extension, though any taxes owed are still due by the April deadline to avoid penalties. Staying informed about these updates and utilizing available resources can help ensure a smooth and efficient tax filing experience.
E-filing provides significant advantages for taxpayers during the 2025 tax season. By submitting tax returns electronically, individuals experience quicker processing and often receive refunds within weeks, especially when paired with direct deposit. E-filing reduces the likelihood of errors by guiding taxpayers through each step and verifying information before submission. Additionally, electronic filing offers convenience and security, allowing taxpayers to file from home at any time, track their refund status online, and receive immediate confirmation that the IRS has accepted their return.
During tax season, e-filing platforms experience a significant surge in traffic as millions of taxpayers log in simultaneously to submit their returns. This increased activity can occasionally result in slower website performance or temporary delays. Every year, WebSitePulse monitors popular tax refund websites' response time and uptime during tax season to see how they handle the heavy traffic. We then report their performance and availability daily. We have picked the 12 most popular websites to monitor and compare their performance.
The reports reflect the tax websites' home pages' performance, any web transaction process, and the websites' response time and uptime. To be more specific, measurements of e-transactions are made every 15 minutes from 3 different monitoring locations in the U.S.
Also, to ensure the accuracy of the monitoring recordings, we use a false alarm prevention system and error verification controls. We will publish the tax-return websites' response and uptime reports after April 15, 2025, where you can find information on uptime, performance, and availability.
