TaxACT 2012 was available to download from the developer's website when we last checked. We cannot confirm if there is a free download of this software available. The common filenames for the program's installer are TaxACT09.exe, TASCrp07.exe, TaxAct99.exe, TaxAct19.exe or TaxACT14.exe etc.
The most popular versions among TaxACT users are 2010, 2010.0 and 1.5. This free program was originally created by 2nd Story Software, Inc.
According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software.
TaxACT is sometimes distributed under different names, such as "TaxACT 2007", "TaxACT 2003", "TaxACT 2002 Preparers - 1040 Edition". The program is included in Business Tools. The latest version of the software can be installed on PCs running Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11, 32-bit.
From the developer:
TaxACT is a complete free tax filing solution for everyone.
Features;
-accuracy to reduce your audit risk
-All the free help & support you need, when you need it
-TaxACT Bookmarks
-Tax Glossary
-Competitor PDF Import
-Multiple refund options
-Loan & Savings Calculators
You may want to check out more software, such as TurboTax ItsDeductible, ProFile or Evolution, which might be similar to TaxACT.