Tax Protection Plus
In tax year 2025, TaxAct partnered with Tax Protection Plus to offer full-service audit assistance that can be used if your tax return is audited or questioned.
Protection Plus covers your tax return for three full years and provides assistance with both Federal and State audits. If you receive an audit notice or inquiry from the IRS or State, Protection Plus will guide you through the process and handle correspondence on your behalf. Protection Plus also offers assistance with denied credit, tax fraud incidents, and tax debt.
You will have the opportunity to enroll in Protection Plus when you file your return. Once enrolled you can request assistance by calling the toll free number 866-942-8348 or by visiting the Protection Plus voucher registration site.
Activate Your Membership
After enrolling, you will receive an email to Activate your Protection Plus Membership. This is a legitimate email from TaxAct.
Follow the instructions in your email to enroll in Protection Plus audit assistance service and activate your membership using the included voucher code.
If you have questions about your Protection Plus membership, contact Protection Plus directly at 866-942-8348.
Remove from Your Account
- If you remove Tax Protection Plus from your account within 30 days of your purchase, you’ll receive a full refund.
- If you remove Tax Protection Plus from your account more than 30 days after your purchase, you won’t receive a refund.
To remove Tax Protection Plus, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your TaxAct account.
- In the left navigation menu, click My Return, then click My Return Details.
- Under Payment Information, click My Return Fees, then click Pay Now.
- On the Order Summary page, next to Audit Defense, click Remove.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Protection Plus include?
- A comprehensive response and resolution strategy
- Contact with the IRS or State on your behalf
- Preparation of letters and correspondence on your behalf
- Assistance with denied credits and tax debt relief
- Assistance services provided for three years
- Assistance with tax fraud
Does Protection Plus review my tax return before they accept my enrollment?
No. All individual returns are eligible for enrollment.
Will Protection Plus cover my previous tax returns?
Protection Plus has to be purchased separately for each tax return.
Does Protection Plus assist with state audits?
Yes. Protection Plus provides assistance for both Federal and State returns.
Who will assist with an audit?
Protection Plus has full time properly credentialed professionals on staff, including Enrolled Agents and Certified Public Accountants.
How does the process work?
It’s easy – just call Protection Plus to start a case. You will need to provide copies of the original tax return and any correspondence from the IRS or State. All cases are assigned to a tax audit specialist.
Does Protection Plus offer bilingual assistance?
Yes. Protection Plus has bilingual support and case representatives available.