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    Direct File Toolkit

    The Department of Revenue (DOR) is partnering with the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to offer Direct File, a free and secure online tax filing tool. The goal of this initiative is to save Pennsylvanians hundreds of dollars and hours of time by making tax filing fast, secure, and free.

    How You Can Help

    As a partner of DOR, you can help spread the word about Direct File via your communications channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, emails, etc. Specifically:

    • Explain how Direct File allows Pennsylvanians to easily file federal and state taxes online for free.
    • Highlight the fact that roughly 2.1 million Pennsylvanians are currently eligible to use Direct File, helping them avoid paying hundreds of dollars to file their taxes elsewhere.
    • Help the Department of Revenue and its federal partners reduce tax season stress for PA residents by connecting them with a free and helpful online tax-filing tool.
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    General #DirectFile Material

    You can use general #DirectFile material to let people know that this new online tool is available. You can direct them to pa.gov/directfile for additional information. Here’s a timeline of suggested actions to focus on: 

    January 2025

    • Begin active promotion as the tax season approaches/begins
    • Send out email notifications and social media promotions encouraging early filing.

    February 2025

    • Continue general promotion of Direct File
    • Highlight the benefits of using Direct File during peak filing times, including Presidents Day weekend.

    March to April 2025

    • Increase outreach leading up to the final deadline on Tax Day, Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
    • Send reminders to Pennsylvanians about the approaching deadline and the availability of Direct File.

    Newsletter Content

    Subject: File Federal and State Taxes for Free with Direct File

    The PA Department of Revenue is proud to announce the availability of Direct File, a free online tool that can help many Pennsylvanians file their federal and state taxes this tax season. This tool is user-friendly, secure, and available in both English and Spanish. Pennsylvanians can check their eligibility and learn more about Direct File at pa.gov/directfile. This tool is a great way to avoid paying hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees, while filing quickly and confidently. 

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    • Many Pennsylvanians can now file their federal and state taxes online for #free using #DirectFile. It’s fast, secure, and can save you money during #TaxSeason. Visit pa.gov/directfile to get started and learn more.

    • PA residents, get ready to file your federal and state taxes for #free with #DirectFile. It’s a simple and secure way to file your taxes, available in English or Spanish. Learn more and check your eligibility at pa.gov/directfile

    • .@PaRevenue is partnering with the IRS to offer Pennsylvanians the convenience of #DirectFile. It’s a new #free online tool for filing federal and state taxes. Learn more about eligibility and get started at pa.gov/directfile.

    • Presidents Day weekend is a great time to file your taxes. Save time and money by using #DirectFile, the new #free online service for federal and state tax filing. Check it out and get started at pa.gov/directfile.

    • Interested in learning how to save money when filing your federal and state taxes? #DirectFile is a new, easy way to file for #free with the IRS and @PaRevenue. Get started today at pa.gov/directfile.

    • Don’t wait until the last minute – #TaxDay is just around the corner. Use #DirectFile today to complete your federal and state taxes online quickly, securely, and for free. Save money and start now at pa.gov/directfile.

    • #DirectFile offers live chat support in Spanish and English to guide users through the tax filing process. See if you’re eligible to file your federal and state taxes for #free at pa.gov/directfile.

    Hashtags: #DirectFile, #AlwaysFree, #FreeFiling, #TaxSeason, #FileforFree