IRS Issues News Release Advising Taxpayers to Create IRS Individual Online Account

Feb. 4, 2026, 3:28 PM UTC

The IRS has encouraged taxpayers to create an IRS Individual Online Account to securely access their tax information and help protect against identity theft and fraud. The online account enables users to view key tax return information, request Identity Protection PINs, check refund status, access account transcripts, make payments, and view digital notices. [IR-2026-21 (Feb. 3, 2026)]

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