How to Delete Your FreeTaxUSA Account

FreeTaxUSA is owned by TaxHawk and is an online tax preparation website. FreeTaxUSA files millions of federal tax returns annually with in-depth testing and updates each year.

It seeks to comply with state and federal standards and guarantees preparation for each tax season. Below we show you how to delete it if you don't need it.

How to Delete Your FreeTaxUSA Account

Managing Your FreeTaxUSA Account Data

Account Inactivation: FreeTaxUSA allows you to directly manage your personal information through your account settings. This functionality offers the option to essentially inactivate your account by removing most identifiable details.

Here are the general steps involved (specific locations may differ slightly):

Access your FreeTaxUSA account by logging in.

Locate your account settings or profile section. Look for options labeled "Settings," "Account Info," or similar.

Within the settings, identify sections where you can edit or delete your personal information. This typically includes details like name, address, phone number, and email address. By removing these details, you significantly limit the identifiability of your account.

Complete Account Deletion: Currently, FreeTaxUSA doesn't offer a direct account deletion option within the user interface. If your goal is complete erasure of your account information, you'll need to contact their customer support team.

Here's the recommended approach for complete account deletion:

Draft a professional email to FreeTaxUSA customer support at the following address: 

support@support.freetaxusa.com

In the subject line, clearly state your request: "Request for Account Deletion"

Within the email body, politely request the deletion of your FreeTaxUSA account. Include any relevant information that helps identify your account, such as your full name or email address associated with the account.

Additional Considerations:

It's important to understand that removing personal information within the account settings might not be synonymous with complete account deletion. FreeTaxUSA may retain minimal user data for legal or regulatory compliance purposes.

If guaranteed deletion of all associated information is critical, contacting FreeTaxUSA support directly is the most appropriate course of action.

With these steps we hope you can ensure you take the most appropriate approach to managing your personal data within your FreeTaxUSA account.