Remove Return or Submit Privacy Request (Erasure Request)
You can manage your data within your TaxAct account by removing returns or submitting a privacy request to delete certain personal information.
Removing a Tax Return (Individual)
Important Notes:
- Once a return is deleted, it cannot be restored.
- You cannot delete a return if:
- It has already been e-filed or printed.
- An extension has been e-filed for that return.
- Any product fees have been paid for that return—even if refunded.
To delete a return:
- Sign in to your online TaxAct account.
- Go to My Returns and Details.
- Click menu to the right of the return tile.
- Select Delete Return.
- In the pop-up window, click Yes, Delete to confirm.
Submitting a Privacy Request (Remove or Erase Personal Information)
Individual (Taxpayer)
To remove certain personal information from your account:
- Sign in to your TaxAct account online
- Click the menu at the top right.
- Click Settings.
- Click Make a request under Data Privacy Request.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the request.
Professional (Preparer)
To remove certain personal information from your account:
- Sign in to your TaxAct account online
- Click My Info.
- Click Make a request beside Data Privacy Request.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the request.
Privacy Portal
You can also submit a request by going directly to the Privacy Portal.