TaxAct does not support e-filing of previous years returns; therefore, they would need to be printed and mailed in. For an individual preparing their own return, you can view our Prior Year Products page to view the programs we have available.
How can I find out what tax service I used last year?
Order a Transcript
- Online Using Get Transcript. They can use Get Transcript Online on IRS.gov to view, print or download a copy of all transcript types.
- By phone. The number is 800-908-9946.
- By mail. Taxpayers can complete and send either Form 4506-T or Form 4506T-EZ to the IRS to get one by mail.
How do I get my old tax returns from TaxAct?
To access prior year returns, simply sign into your TaxAct account, click the My Taxes tile, and scroll to the tax year you wish to access.
How many years of past taxes should I keep?
3 years
Keep records for 3 years from the date you filed your original return or 2 years from the date you paid the tax, whichever is later, if you file a claim for credit or refund after you file your return. Keep records for 7 years if you file a claim for a loss from worthless securities or bad debt deduction.
CAN I GET MY 1040 from TaxAct?
NOTE: TaxAct® does not provide archived copies of returns filed through the TaxAct Desktop or TaxAct Preparer’s programs. If you no longer have access your saved return file, you can receive a copy of a successfully filed return from the IRS by calling 800-829-1040.
How can I review my previous tax return with TaxAct?
If you did not use TaxACT online, you can request a free transcript of a previously filed return from the IRS website, or by calling the IRS at 800-829-1040. A transcript of your return is not an actual image of the return, but does provide the same line-by-line information as your return.
When do I get my prior year tax return?
Each year the TaxAct program will allow electronic submissions for prior year returns as soon as the Final version of the software is released in January; however, the returns will not actually be transmitted to the IRS until they are ready to start processing them.
Can you file a previous year tax return electronically?
Submit Previous Year Returns by E-File The IRS allows electronic filing of tax returns for the current tax year only. Prior year returns can only be filed electronically by registered tax preparers, and only when the Modernized e-File System is available. The IRS posts the status of the Modernized e-File (MeF) system on the MeF Status Page.
Where can I find my previous year’s TaxAct products?
Navigate to the TaxACT website at Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click the “Previous Year’s TaxACT Products” link. Choose the year you want to access.
