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posted Jun 3, 2019 11:21:12 AM

How safe in turbo tax free online ? I am uncomfortable sending PDF documents with my SS#.

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 11:21:13 AM

E-filing a tax return does not use PDF.  The e-filed return is a data file that is stored on the TurboTax servers until the IRS or State pulls the return from the server to be opened only by the IRS or State.
See this IRS website for MeF (Modernized e-File) - <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.irs.gov/e-file-providers/modernized-e-file-overview">https://www.irs.gov/e-file-providers/modernized-e-file-overview</a>

Intuit Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 11:21:14 AM

Yes, your personal information, like your SSN, is safe with the TurboTax.

Please read the TurboTax FAQ, listed below, to learn how TurboTax works to keep your personal information safe.

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