The Internal Revenue Service is urging taxpayers to download and use the IRS2Go app as the 2025 filing season approaches, highlighting faster refund status updates, mobile-friendly payment tools, and access to free tax preparation assistance. The agency says the official app can reduce call wait times and provide secure, easy access to key services.
The Internal Revenue Service is highlighting the IRS2Go app as a key component of its modernization strategy, emphasizing that taxpayers can check their refund status, manage payments, and find free tax help directly from their phones. The app, available in both English and Spanish, is designed to streamline access to essential tools, eliminating the need for users to navigate multiple webpage links.
Taxpayers can use the latest version to pay directly through IRS Direct Pay, review previous tax year details, or search for free tax preparation assistance through VITA and TCE sites. Officials say mobile features enable users to receive updated information throughout the day without needing to call IRS phone lines.
The agency says digital tools are helping taxpayers stay informed during peak filing periods. People who rely on mobile devices can download the official app to track refunds, check payment activity, or follow links to IRS.gov pages for more detailed information. The app also includes helpful tax tips, sign-up options, and access to transcripts.
The refund status feature continues to generate significant traffic as the IRS processes millions of tax returns. Taxpayers can check the status of a refund within 24 hours of electronically filing a return or after several weeks when filing by mail. The app provides the same information as the “Where’s My Refund?” page and updates daily.
Refunds involving the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit cannot be released before mid-February, as required by federal law. The IRS expects most related refunds to be deposited into bank accounts in early March for taxpayers who choose direct deposit. Officials recommend checking refund status through the official app instead of calling.
The IRS advises taxpayers to use the IRS2Go app for faster updates, as call volumes are expected to increase. The refund status feature helps users track when payments are approved and when they can expect to receive refunds. The agency notes that checking the app once per day is sufficient because updates do not occur more frequently.
The IRS2Go app now offers multiple secure ways for taxpayers to submit payments. Users can pay directly from a bank account using IRS Direct Pay or complete a payment via credit or debit card through an approved payment processor. These tools enable taxpayers to check their status, make a payment, and confirm receipt of payments.
Mobile-friendly payment options support taxpayers who prefer to manage their taxes digitally, rather than switching between pages on a desktop or mobile phone browser. The app also helps people review amounts owed, track previous payments, and access official IRS.gov payment webpages when needed.
IRS officials say expanded payment features give taxpayers more control over how and when they pay. The app’s secure environment enables users to receive updated payment information, follow IRS links for additional guidance, and verify details without needing to call customer service.
The IRS2Go app connects taxpayers to free tax services, including IRS Free File for eligible users and nearby VITA and TCE locations offering tax counseling. These programs assist individuals who qualify based on income, age, or disability status.
Taxpayers can use the app to find free tax preparation sites, sign up for helpful tax tips, and access updated filing information. The IRS states that the app’s links and mobile-friendly layout enable users to receive required updates, review documents, and follow official pages for step-by-step guidance.
Users can check updated program details, review information from the previous tax year, and connect to free tax help without having to search across multiple website pages. The agency expects strong demand for mobile tools as filing activity increases closer to the April deadline.
By William Mc Lee, Editor-in-Chief & Tax Expert—Get Tax Relief Now
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