Who qualifies for TurboTax Free File?
TurboTax’s temporary free-filing promotion
Intuit’s TurboTax app is offering a limited-time promotion that provides free federal and state tax returns to a very large pool of users. The company says the offer covers more than 100 million people and runs through February 28. The promotion is positioned as a genuinely free filing option — not a trial or limited preview — for eligible filers during the promotional window.
Why this matters
Filing fees add up for many households: paid software, paid preparers, and state filing costs can make tax season expensive, especially for middle- and lower-income taxpayers. A free, mobile-friendly option with both federal and state returns included could reduce out-of-pocket costs for a substantial number of filers while the offer is active.
What is known
- The promotion is available via TurboTax’s app.
- Intuit says the offer reaches more than 100 million potential users.
- The promotional period ends on February 28.
What is still unclear
- Exact eligibility criteria: It’s not specified which forms, income brackets, or filing situations are covered.
- Whether any state returns may have restrictions or excluded forms.
- How the offer will interact with TurboTax’s other paid tiers or add-on services (for example, paid audits, live help, or state-specific fees).
What filers should do
- Check the TurboTax app early and review eligibility details before assuming every state or form is included.
- Compare the app’s free option with other Free File programs and local VITA services if you have a simple return.
- Take note of the Feb. 28 cutoff: if you plan to use the promotion, don’t wait until after it ends.
If you need help confirming whether your specific return is included, TurboTax’s app and help pages are the primary places to check.