“Not Released” Download Message After Purchase
TaxAct Federal Desktop programs are released in early and final Release versions.
- The Early Release version is typically available in late October for professional products and in December for consumer products.
- The Final Release version of the federal Form 1040 program is typically available in early January.
State programs begin releasing in early January and may continue through February, depending on the state.
You can enter preliminary information into the early release version of the programs, but you are not allowed to print or e-file a return until the final version is released.
You will receive an email notification when the program(s) that you have ordered are released. You can Sign in to your TaxAct Account online to download your program at that time.