OWN YOUR TAX JOURNEY: SECURE, SIMPLIFY, AND STRENGTHEN YOUR FINANCES WITH AN IRS ONLINE ACCOUNT

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FEBRUARY 8 2026 AT 6:58 PM

You deserve a tax experience that is secure, simple, and fully in your control. The IRS is calling on every taxpayer to step into that power by creating an IRS Individual Online Account—a secure digital gateway designed to protect your identity, streamline your tax management, and give you instant access to the information you need.

This isn’t just another online tool. It’s your personal command center for tax confidence, financial clarity, and year‑round peace of mind.

Why This Matters

Identity theft and tax fraud are real threats—but you are not powerless. Creating your IRS Individual Online Account is one of the strongest steps you can take to safeguard your information. Anyone who can verify their identity can set up an account, and tax professionals can support clients by encouraging them to enroll and by using their own Tax Pro Account to complete authorized actions.

This is about empowerment. This is about protection. This is about giving yourself the tools to stay informed and in control.

What You Can Do With Your IRS Individual Online Account

Think of it like online banking—but for your taxes. Once your account is set up, you can confidently:

• View essential tax return information, including your adjusted gross income.
• Request and access your Identity Protection PIN at any time.
• Track your refund status with clarity and confidence.
• Check the progress of your amended return.
• Access account transcripts, including wage and income records.
• Approve power of attorney and tax information authorization requests.
• Update language preferences and request alternative media formats.
• Receive and view more than 200 types of IRS digital notices.
• Make or cancel payments with ease.
• Set up, modify, or review payment plans and check your balance.

Every feature is designed to give you transparency, convenience, and control.

Access Your Tax Documents Anytime

Beginning in early 2025, the IRS expanded the Individual Online Account to include downloadable tax documents. This means you can quickly view or download forms such as:

• Form W‑2 (Wage and Tax Statement)
• Form 1095‑A (Health Insurance Marketplace Statement)
• Form 1099‑NEC (Nonemployee Compensation)
• Form 1099‑DIV (Dividends and Distributions)
• Form 1099‑INT (Interest Income)
• Form 1099‑MISC (Miscellaneous Information)

These documents—submitted by employers, financial institutions, government agencies, and other payers—help you file accurate returns with confidence. Records for tax years 2023, 2024, and 2025 are available under the Records and Status tab in your online account.

Your Next Step

You have everything to gain by creating your IRS Individual Online Account today. It’s secure. It’s convenient. And most importantly, it empowers you to take charge of your financial information with clarity and confidence.

For additional details, visit IRS Online Account for Individuals – Frequently Asked Questions on IRS.gov..

SOURCE: IRS.GOV/NEWS