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Finally understand your taxes.

Most people overpay without knowing it. TaxPilot shows you exactly which legal strategies apply to your situation — in plain English, with no risk to your actual taxes.

Covers 26 tax strategies · 2024 IRS brackets · Runs 100% on your computer

$1,249
Average amount Americans overpay in taxes every year
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Tax strategies the average person actually uses
13 hrs
Average hours spent confused by taxes every year

*Estimates based on IRS data and consumer research surveys

Here's what TaxPilot does differently

Three steps. Sixty seconds. Find out what you've been missing.

1

Enter your situation in 60 seconds

A few quick questions about how you earn money and what you already have in place. No deep dive required — rough numbers work fine.

2

We find your top strategies

TaxPilot runs your numbers against 26 proven tax strategies and surfaces the ones that actually move the needle for your situation.

3

Experiment safely in the Sandbox

See exactly how each strategy affects your tax bill — before you talk to anyone or make any changes. Risk-free. No filing impact.

Everything you need to understand your taxes

Built for real people, not accountants.

AI-Powered Strategy Finder

Tell us your situation, we surface exactly which strategies apply to you — ranked by impact.

Real-Time Tax Calculator

Watch your tax bill change live as you adjust your numbers. No waiting, no guessing.

Risk-Free Strategy Sandbox

Test any tax strategy against your real numbers without touching your actual taxes.

Personal Finance Tracker

Log income and deductions throughout the year so nothing slips through the cracks.

Plain-English Explanations

Every strategy explained like your smart friend — no jargon, no intimidation.

Save & Compare Scenarios

Build multiple tax scenarios and compare them side by side to find the best path.

A taste of what you might be missing

These are just 4 of the 26 strategies TaxPilot analyzes for your situation.

Retirement

Maximize 401(k) Contributions

Contribute the maximum $23,000 to your 401(k) and pay less tax today.

$1,200–$8,510/year
Health

HSA Triple Tax Advantage

An HSA is the only account in the tax code with three layers of tax benefits — contribute, grow, and withdraw tax-free.

$600–$3,000/year
Self-Employment

QBI: Qualified Business Income 20% Deduction

Self-employed? You may be able to deduct 20% of your business income without doing anything extra.

$1,000–$12,000/year
Investing

Tax-Loss Harvesting

Sell losing investments to offset gains and reduce your tax bill — then immediately buy something similar.

$300–$5,000/year

Early tester feedback

What people said when they first saw what they were missing.

“I had no idea I qualified for the QBI deduction. TaxPilot found it in 30 seconds. That's $4,000 I almost left on the table.”

Freelance designer
Early tester — identity withheld

“The sandbox is incredible. I could test 'what if I maxed my 401k' without calling my accountant. I finally understood WHY it matters.”

W-2 engineer
Early tester — identity withheld

“No jargon. No scary tax talk. It just told me what I could do and what it would save. That's it. That's what I needed.”

Small business owner
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Common questions

Is TaxPilot real tax advice?

No — TaxPilot is an educational tool designed to help you understand and explore tax strategies. It is not a substitute for advice from a qualified tax professional.

Is my financial data safe?

Yes. This local version stores all data on your machine only, in a SQLite database. Nothing is sent to any external server.

How accurate are the calculations?

TaxPilot uses real 2024 tax brackets and rates, but the calculations are designed for exploration and planning — not for filing. Always verify with a CPA before taking action.

Who is TaxPilot for?

W-2 employees, freelancers, business owners, investors, homeowners — anyone who pays taxes and wants to understand them better.

Is it really free?

Yes, completely free. No credit card, no subscriptions, no hidden costs.

How is this different from TurboTax?

TurboTax helps you file your taxes. TaxPilot helps you understand and plan your taxes — it's what you do before you file, to make sure you're not overpaying.

Do I have to enter real numbers?

Nope! You can use approximate numbers or experiment with hypothetical scenarios. Nothing you enter in TaxPilot affects your real taxes.

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TaxPilot is an educational tool for exploring tax strategies. It does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Always consult a qualified tax professional before making decisions.