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File your tax return with our free tax software and get your taxes done right

Lets try and reducce your taxable income.

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New Enhanced experience

Complete the different parts of your tax return with a new step-by-step process that makes it faster and easier.

Be completely sure

At the end of your tax return, right before you file, we'll double check every entry for errors and accuracy to make sure nothing is missed.

File faster

With CRA's Auto-fill My Return, you can download your current year tax information directly from the CRA in just a few clicks and automatically import it into your return.

New Enhanced experience

Complete the different parts of your tax return with a new step-by-step process that makes it faster and easier.

Be completely sure

At the end of your tax return, right before you file, we'll double check every entry for errors and accuracy to make sure nothing is missed.

File faster

With CRA's Auto-fill My Return, you can download your current year tax information directly from the CRA in just a few clicks and automatically import it into your return.

Here are some of the slips and credits that you can claim with TurboTax Free

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If you get a better return elsewhere, we’ll refund the TurboTax purchase price.¹

Your taxes will be done right, guaranteed, or we'll reimburse you any CRA penalties.²

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System Requirements

What are the system requirements for TurboTax Online?

You can access TurboTax Online using any of the browsers from the list below.

On Microsoft Windows, use any browser from the list below to access TurboTax Online:

Google Chrome 35 or higher
Mozilla Firefox 25 or higher
Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or higher
Microsoft Edge Browser

Windows XP and Vista users: Since Internet Explorer 11 is not available for your operating systems, download Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to access TurboTax Online from your computer.

On Mac OS X, use any browser from the list below to access TurboTax Online:

Google Chrome 35 or higher
Apple Safari 5.0.4 or higher
Mozilla Firefox 25 or higher
Note that only Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or later is supported.

Important: If you disabled cookies or JavaScript in your browser, you will need to enable it. Also, if you want to print your tax return, you need Adobe Reader or a suitable alternative to view and print PDF files.

Questions and Answers

Can I use my phone or tablet to do my taxes with TurboTax Online?

Yes. TurboTax Online runs in your web browser, so any device with a current web browser will work. Unfortunately, TurboTax is not responsive, so you may have to scroll on devices with smaller screens to see everything.

What kind of system requirements do I need to run TurboTax Online?

TurboTax Online runs in most current web browsers. For details see our TurboTax Online system requirements FAQ.

Can I file my taxes online using a Mac?

Yes! Our TurboTax Online editions are perfect for Mac users because they run in the web browser of your choice.

Which provinces are supported by TurboTax?

TurboTax supports all provinces (and territories!). All editions of TurboTax include all the forms and schedules you need to complete and file your federal and provincial returns via NETFILE and NetFile Québec.

Is there a way to file my taxes for free?

Absolutely. Our TurboTax Free edition has all the forms and schedules you need to prepare and file a complete and accurate return.

Can I still use TurboTax if I’m self-employed or have side income?

Yes. Our TurboTax Self-Employed edition is ideal for people with self-employment income. It has all the expert step-by-step guidance you need to help find every self-employment credit and deduction you deserve.

Can TurboTax Free handle any tax situation? What if I have investments or rental income?

Yes. TurboTax Free has all the forms and schedules you need to prepare and file a complete and accurate return.

How many returns can I file with TurboTax Free?

You can prepare up to 20 returns in your TurboTax Online account.

All of the following reviews have been submitted by actual customers who have used TurboTax Free Online to file their taxes.

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