Finally, tax prep
that doesn't suck.
FileJoy helps freelancers, consultants, and small business owners prepare their tax returns accurately—then file yourself or hand it to a pro. No overpaying a CPA, no wasting your own time.
Trusted by everyday filers who just want this handled
You've tried these. They didn't work.
Hiring a CPA
$400-800+ per return
- Hourly billing that adds up fast
- Endless scheduling back-and-forth
- Email threads you can't follow
- Invoice surprises at the worst time
DIY Tax Software
Hours of confusion
- Confusing forms and jargon
- Second-guessing every line
- Fear of missing deductions
- That sinking "did I do this right?" feeling
There's a better way.
"I used to dread tax season. Now I handle it in an afternoon."
— Designer & small business owner
"No more guessing. No more anxiety. Just done."
— Freelance consultant
The FileJoy Difference
Capable operators don't need hand-holding—just certainty.
Built by self-employed veterans who wanted something better
We're long-time entrepreneurs who got tired of burning overhead on bookkeepers and CPAs. We needed professional-grade tax preparation without the professional services price tag—so we built it ourselves. FileJoy isn't just software; it's the tool we wished existed when we started our own businesses.
Save money
Thorough tax prep without the professional services invoice. Flat pricing, no surprises.
Save time
Prepare your return in hours, not days. No meetings. No document requests. No back-and-forth.
Get closure
We double-check the details, flag issues before they're problems, and show you exactly where you stand.
How it works
Get it exactly right—then get back to what pays you.
Answer straightforward questions
Plain language. Smart defaults. We explain why when it matters.
We handle the complexity
Schedule C, quarterly payments, deductions—organized, calculated, and verified.
Review and take action
Review your completed return, then file it yourself or hand it to a CPA for a final check. Either way—you're prepared.
What makes FileJoy different
This isn't about rushing through your taxes.
It's about getting it exactly right—then getting back to what pays you.
FileJoy vs. the alternatives (honestly)
We're newer than TurboTax, H&R Block, and the rest. Here's the tradeoff—so you can choose what fits.
| Feature | FileJoyBuilt for self-employed + W-2 filers | TurboTax | H&R Block | TaxAct | FreeTaxUSA | QuickBooks SEBest for year-round books |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No upsells / surprise checkout fees | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ~ | ~ | ✓ |
| Self-employed-first workflow (Schedule C) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI extraction from uploaded returns | ✓ | ~ | ~ | ~ | ✗ | ~ |
| Live tax pro / CPA review | ✗ | $ | $ | $ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Audit defense / guarantees | ✗ | $ | $ | $ | ~ | ✗ |
| Brokerage / W‑2 auto-import | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ✗ |
| Year‑round bookkeeping & expense tracking | ✗ | ~ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ★ |
| Modern, uncluttered UI | ✓ | ~ | ~ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Brand maturity (years of filings) | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Actual price (self-employed tier) | $99/yearTransparent—what you see is what you pay | $129-219+**Starting at, plus state ($49+), plus upsells | $110-190+**Starting at, plus state ($37+), plus upsells | $70-120+**Starting at, plus state ($40), plus add-ons | $25+**Plus state ($15), limited features | $15/mo**$180/year if you just need filing season |
| Feature | FileJoy | TurboTax | H&R Block | TaxAct | FreeTaxUSA | QuickBooks SE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No upsells / surprise checkout fees | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ~ | ~ | ✓ |
| Self-employed-first workflow (Schedule C) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI extraction from uploaded returns | ✓ | ~ | ~ | ~ | ✗ | ~ |
| Live tax pro / CPA review | ✗ | $ | $ | $ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Audit defense / guarantees | ✗ | $ | $ | $ | ~ | ✗ |
| Brokerage / W‑2 auto-import | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ~ | ✗ |
| Year‑round bookkeeping & expense tracking | ✗ | ~ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ★ |
| Modern, uncluttered UI | ✓ | ~ | ~ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Brand maturity (years of filings) | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Actual price (self-employed tier) | $99/yearTransparent—what you see is what you pay | $129-219+**Starting at, plus state ($49+), plus upsells | $110-190+**Starting at, plus state ($37+), plus upsells | $70-120+**Starting at, plus state ($40), plus add-ons | $25+**Plus state ($15), limited features | $15/mo**$180/year if you just need filing season |
Not sure which fits you?
Live CPA help?
→ H&R Block or TurboTax Live
Year-round tracking?
→ QuickBooks Self-Employed
No upsells + clean UX?
→ FileJoy
Your Data. Your Control.
We built FileJoy with a simple principle: treat your financial data the way we'd want ours treated.
Your taxes, your way—no strings attached.
AES-256 encrypted, never stored in plain text
TLS encryption on all data in transit
Built on official IRS publications, forms, and revenue procedures
Export or delete your data anytime
Clear pricing. No gotchas.
See exactly what you'll pay before you start. State return included. No surprise fees at the finish line.
Simple
W-2 income, standard deductions
- W-2 income
- Standard deductions
- Single or married filing
- Federal + 1 state included
- Smart review & error check
Self-Employed
Freelancers, consultants, 1099s
- Everything in Simple
- Schedule C (1099/freelance)
- Business deductions
- Home office deduction
- Quarterly payment tracking
- Deduction finder
Complete
Complex income, multiple sources
- Everything in Self-Employed
- Multiple Schedule Cs
- Rental income (Schedule E)
- Investment income
- Federal + 2 states included
- Priority support
Additional states: $29 each · Cancel anytime · Transparent pricing (no surprise upsells)
Prepare your taxes. Get back to your life.
Accurate prep. Fraction of the CPA cost. All on your own time. Then file yourself or bring it to a pro.
Start your return freeImportant Information About FileJoy
FileJoy is a tax preparation assistance tool, not a tax filing service. We help you organize your documents, calculate your estimated return, and prepare your tax information—so you can file it yourself through the IRS or bring it to a licensed tax professional for review.
FileJoy is not a licensed CPA, enrolled agent, or tax attorney. Our calculations are built on official IRS publications and tax code, but they are estimates and do not constitute professional tax advice. We do not currently hold IRS e-file authorization (MeF), and we do not offer an accuracy guarantee or audit defense.
We strongly recommend having a licensed CPA or enrolled agent review your prepared return before filing, especially if your tax situation is complex. See our Tax Disclaimer and Terms of Service for full details.