(NewsNation) — Filing a tax return doesn't have to cost you money.

While some may hire a tax preparation expert or purchase online software, millions of taxpayers can file state and federal returns for free.

Here are some options to file your taxes for free before the April 15 deadline.

IRS Free File

The Internal Revenue Service, which processes tax returns, offers free access to online tax preparation sites.

The IRS Free File program partners with eight tax service companies to offer free federal tax return filings. Some of these partners also offer free state returns, too.

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