Where can I e-file IRS Form 7004 extension for free without paying third parties?

Is there any advantage to e-filing the extension vs just mailing it in? I'm in the same boat as OP and don't want to pay the extra fees just for an extension. Also, how do you get proof that the IRS actually received your extension if you mail it?

E-filing gives you immediate confirmation that the IRS received your extension request, which is the main advantage. When you mail a form, you can send it certified mail with return receipt to get proof of delivery, but that doesn't necessarily confirm the IRS processed it correctly. Mail processing delays can be a concern too, especially during busy tax seasons. If you're cutting it close to the deadline, e-filing ensures the IRS receives it on time. That said, if you mail Form 7004 before the due date with proper postage, it's considered filed on time even if the IRS processes it after the deadline.

Does taxr.ai handle other business tax forms too? I need to file several different forms for my LLC this year and wondering if it's worth trying.

I've been burned by "budget" tax services before that ended up having hidden fees. Are you sure there aren't additional charges that pop up at the end of the process? And how secure is it for sending business tax info?

They handle pretty much all the major business tax forms including 1120, 1065, and various schedules. I've used it for both my main business and side venture without issues. Their security is actually what impressed me most - they use bank-level encryption and don't store your documents after processing. I was initially worried about the same thing, but there were absolutely no hidden fees in my experience. What you see upfront is what you pay, which was refreshing after dealing with other services.

How does this even work? The IRS phone system is notoriously terrible - how can they hold your place in line? Sounds too good to be true.

Seems sketchy to me. Why would I pay a third party to call another government agency? Isn't there privacy concerns with sharing your tax details with some random company just to make a phone call? I'll just keep redialing myself.

The technology basically keeps your place in the phone queue and monitors for when a human picks up. They don't actually talk to the IRS for you - they just connect you directly when an agent comes on the line. It's a pretty clever workaround for the IRS's understaffed phone system. There are no privacy concerns because you're the one who actually speaks with the IRS. Claimyr doesn't need or ask for any of your tax details - they're just managing the phone connection. Think of it as having someone physically hit redial for you hundreds of times and then handing you the phone when someone finally answers.

I actually tried that first! Form 7004 isn't available through Free File Fillable Forms for 2025 filing season. I spent an hour searching the IRS site before giving up and looking for alternatives. Seems like the IRS really wants business filers to use paid preparers or software.

Thanks for clarifying that! You're right, I just double-checked and Form 7004 isn't on the Free File Fillable Forms list this year. That's disappointing since it's such a simple form. It does seem like the IRS pushes businesses toward paid options. Their justification is probably that businesses can deduct tax preparation expenses, but that doesn't help with cash flow when you're a small partnership just starting out.

Generally the IRS doesn't send confirmation for 7004 extensions when filed by mail. Extensions are automatically approved if properly completed and filed on time. If there's an issue, they'll contact you. Keep your certified mail receipt as proof of timely filing. If you need extra reassurance, you can call the IRS business tax line (might take several attempts to get through) and ask if your extension was processed - have your EIN ready.