Information on using online software

- Do not go directly to a company's web site if you plan to use the free service. You must use the link provided on the Vermont Department of Taxes or IRS website.
- You are under no obligation to buy any additional services from the company to receive free filing
- The Vermont Department of Taxes does not endorse a particular company
- The IRS does not endorse Refund Anticipation Loans (RALs) or any other advance refund banking products
- Your tax information and data will be protected:

1. Tax return preparation is accomplished using proprietary software approved by the IRS; transmittal is through the established IRS e-file system and to Vermont.

2. Each company must attain a third party privacy and security certification.

3. Alliance companies must comply with all federal rules and regulations on taxpayer privacy for paying and free customers. These rules prohibit use of tax return data for purposes not specifically authorized by the taxpayer.

4. The IRS monitors the progress of each of the companies. If any problems develop, the companies are required to alert the IRS. If appropriate, the IRS will remove the company from the IRS.gov site until the problem is resolved.