Use the WheresMyRefund tool to easily track the status of your refund. Get up-to-date info fast so you can plan ahead!
With the WheresMyRefund tool it’s easy to keep tabs on your refund status. With just a few clicks, you can quickly and easily track your refund and plan ahead with the most up-to-date information available. It provides real-time updates on the processing of the refund and can be accessed through the IRS website.
Gather Your Refund Information.
Before you use WheresMyRefund, make sure you have the following information on hand: your Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), filing status, check number from the refund and exact amount of any expected refund. Having this handy will make the process much easier and faster.
Access the WheresMyRefund Tool.
The IRS WheresMyRefund tool is easy to use and can be accessed at the IRS website. It is safe, secure, and provides up-to-date information about the status of your refund including processing times for refunds. With this information on hand you’ll be able to plan ahead. To access the tool, simply select “Where’s My Refund” from the home page after logging in to your account.
There are a few alternatives to the IRS Where’s My Refund tool for tracking your tax refund status. One option is to call the IRS Refund Hotline at 1-800-829-1954 and provide your Social Security number and other identifying information to receive automated updates on your refund status. Another option is to contact the IRS directly through their toll-free customer service line at 1-800-829-1040 and speak with a representative who can provide you with information on the status of your refund. Finally, some tax preparation software and tax professionals may also offer tools or services to help you track your refund status.
Enter your tax return information.
To begin the process, you will need to enter your basic tax return information including the social security number of the taxpayer, filing status (for example single or married filing jointly), and exact refund amount. This data is used by the IRS’s system to track and determine the status of your refund. Entering this information correctly is important in order to ensure that you get accurate information on your refund status.
If you don’t have all the information required to use the Where’s My Refund tool on the IRS website, you may still be able to track your refund status by contacting the IRS directly. You can call the IRS toll-free customer service line at 1-800-829-1040 and speak with a representative who can assist you with tracking your refund status. Be prepared to provide your Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, your filing status, and the exact refund amount shown on your tax return. The representative may also ask for other identifying information to verify your identity and protect against potential fraud.
Check out other options to track your refund status.
You can also use other tools available on the IRS website to help track your refund status. If you have access to an online or mobile banking account, you can set up an alert that provides updates when the IRS deposits a tax refund directly into your bank account. If you prefer to receive updates via mail, then consider signing up for the Where’s My Refund? e-mail notification system. As long as you provide the same information as in the WheresMyRefund tool, you will be able to receive email updates regarding your filing status and process refunds.
Review Your Return Summary Details & Receive an Alert when Your Refund is Ready to Go!
Once you sign up for WheresMyRefund, you can review your return summary details and receive an alert when your refund has been deposited. You will also be able to view the estimated deposit date for your tax refund before it is sent to you. This tool helps you make sure your return is valid, in order to avoid any potential problems. It also helps protect you from potential identity theft by providing updats on refunds being processed in your name.