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Can someone get into my tax information that is on my phone and change where my taxes are supposed to be sent to?

user799190743 — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:04:40 GMT

After my taxes have been filed and accepted by the IRS can someone get into my account from my phone and change where the check is supposed to be going with my tax return is sent out

Re: Can someone get into my tax information that is on my phone and change where my taxes are supposed to be sent to?

DanP0428 — Sat, 05 Mar 2022 11:53:20 GMT

There are all kinds of hackers in the world. I worked for a cellphone company and was amazed at how people managed to get into other people's information. One person had been using an app to stalk his ex-wife, and could listen to her phone calls, read her texts, track her location and use her phone camera to actually watch what she was doing.

An update to IOS made his app stop working and he called tech support to find out how to make it work again.

TurboTax is very secure, but if someone really wanted to do something like that, they might find a way.

Re: Can someone get into my tax information that is on my phone and change where my taxes are sup...

MichelleLO — Sat, 05 Mar 2022 15:43:36 GMT

Once the IRS accepts your return, your direct deposit information cannot be changed. You can verify your direct deposit information by following the steps in this help article: Where can I find my direct deposit account information after I've e-filed?

Re: Can someone get into my tax information that is on my phone and change where my taxes are sup...

xmasbaby0 — Sat, 05 Mar 2022 15:51:16 GMT

No one at TurboTax can get into your account. Once you file your tax return you cannot change your banking information. The IRS does not allow it.

Did you already e-file? If you did NOT e-file you can go to the FILE section and change how you want to receive your refund. If you want direct deposit you need the routing number and your own account number.

You cannot change banking information while your return is in pending, nor can you change it after the return is accepted. The IRS does not allow it.

If you e-filed:

Banking information for direct deposit is wrong

If you entered incorrect banking information for your refund, you can change it if your return is rejected. If it is accepted, however, it is too late to change it. The bank will reject the refund and send it back to the IRS. Then the IRS will issue a paper check and mail it to the address you put on your tax return. Expect a delay of at least a couple of weeks to receive your refund.

Here is what the IRS says about entering incorrect banking information

https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-answers/irs-procedures/refund-inquiries/refund-inquiries-18