Kentucky now offers a way to file your current year return free of charge. KY File is designed to be the simple online version of a paper form. It allows you to:
- Select the Kentucky income tax forms and schedules that fit your filing needs
- Fill in your tax information online
- Perform basic mathematical calculations
- Electronically sign and e-file your Kentucky tax return
- Print your tax return for record keeping and filing
KY File is designed to be the simple, online version of paper forms. Unlike most tax software, it doesn 't ask about or explain tax situations. It performs only basic calculations and doesn 't provide extensive error checking. Just like completing a paper return, you are responsible for the input of most of the information on the return.
KY File is the tool for you if you 're comfortable filling out the forms and schedules without software help or assistance. If you 're not comfortable with this method, you may want to consider choosing the traditional free file program if you qualify.
**New Log In Process**
The Kentucky Department of Revenue is changing our KY File login process to enhance security using multifactor authentication.
Beginning June 3, 2025, you will see a new screen when you log in to theKY File;application.
If you received your new user ID via email at the beginning of March 2025, you can use that new ID at initial sign on. The email was titled Your MyTaxes login Information.Your user ID will no longer be your email address.
If you do not have your new user id, you can create a new account and add an email where you can receive a verification code.
Thank you for your cooperation during this system upgrade, which will help protect all user data and account information.
If you need assistance with your sign in, please contact our Customer Contact Center at 502-764-5555.
If you need assistance with a return, please contact 502-564-4581 or send an email at the link located at the bottom of the page.
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KY File Frequently Asked Questions
*You must complete your federal forms before accessing KY File.