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their 2021 returns. Go to IRS.gov/AdvCTC for more information about these payments and how they can affect your taxes. Coronavirus. Go to IRS.gov/Coronavirus for links to information on the impact of the corona- virus, as well as tax relief available for individu- als and families, small and large businesses, and tax-exempt organizations. Employers can register to use Business Services Online. The Social Security Adminis- tration (SSA) offers online service at SSA.gov/ employer for fast, free, and secure online W-2 filing options to CPAs, accountants, enrolled agents, and individuals who process Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, and Form W-2c, Corrected Wage and Tax Statement. IRS social media. Go to IRS.gov/SocialMedia to see the various social media tools the IRS uses to share the latest information on tax changes, scam alerts, initiatives, products, and services. At the IRS, privacy and security are our highest priority. We use these tools to share public information with you. Don’t post your so- cial security number (SSN) or other confidential information on social media sites. Always pro- tect your identity when using any social net- working site. The following IRS YouTube channels pro- vide short, informative videos on various tax-re- lated topics in English, Spanish, and ASL. • Youtube.com/irsvideos. • Youtube.com/irsvideosmultilingua. • Youtube.com/irsvideosASL. Watching IRS videos. The IRS Video portal (IRSVideos.gov) contains video and audio pre- sentations for individuals, small businesses, and tax professionals. Online tax information in other languages. You can find information on IRS.gov/ MyLanguage if English isn’t your native lan- guage. Free Over-the-Phone Interpreter (OPI) Serv- ice. The IRS is committed to serving our multi- lingual customers by offering OPI services. The OPI service is a federally funded program and is available at Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs), other IRS offices, and every VITA/TCE return site. OPI service is accessible in more than 350 languages. Accessibility Helpline available for taxpay- ers with disabilities. Taxpayers who need in- formation about accessibility services can call 833-690-0598. The Accessibility Helpline can answer questions related to current and future accessibility products and services available in alternative media formats (for example, braille, large print, audio, etc.). Getting tax forms and publications. Go to IRS.gov/Forms to view, download, or print all of the forms, instructions, and publications you may need. Or, you can go to IRS.gov/ OrderForms to place an order. Getting tax publications and instructions in eBook format. You can also download and view popular tax publications and instructions (including the Instructions for Form 1040) on mobile devices as eBooks at IRS.gov/eBooks. Note. IRS eBooks have been tested using Apple's iBooks for iPad. Our eBooks haven’t been tested on other dedicated eBook readers, and eBook functionality may not operate as in- tended. Access your online account (individual tax- payers only). Go to IRS.gov/Account to se- curely access information about your federal tax account. • View the amount you owe and a break- down by tax year. • See payment plan details or apply for a new payment plan. • Make a payment or view 5 years of pay- ment history and any pending or sched- uled payments. • Access your tax records, including key data from your most recent tax return, your EIP amounts, and transcripts. • View digital copies of select notices from the IRS. • Approve or reject authorization requests from tax professionals. • View your address on file or manage your communication preferences. Tax Pro Account. This tool lets your tax pro- fessional submit an authorization request to ac- cess your individual taxpayer IRS online account. For more information, go to IRS.gov/ TaxProAccount. Using direct deposit. The fastest way to re- ceive a tax refund is to file electronically and choose direct deposit, which securely and elec- tronically transfers your refund directly into your financial account. Direct deposit also avoids the possibility that your check could be lost, stolen, or returned undeliverable to the IRS. Eight in 10 taxpayers use direct deposit to receive their re- funds. If you don’t have a bank account, go to IRS.gov/DirectDeposit for more information on where to find a bank or credit union that can open an account online. Getting a transcript of your return. The quickest way to get a copy of your tax transcript is to go to IRS.gov/Transcripts. Click on either “Get Transcript Online” or “Get Transcript by Mail” to order a free copy of your transcript. If you prefer, you can order your transcript by call- ing 800-908-9946. Reporting and resolving your tax-related identity theft issues. • Tax-related identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information to commit tax fraud. Your taxes can be af- fected if your SSN is used to file a fraudu- lent return or to claim a refund or credit. • The IRS doesn’t initiate contact with tax- payers by email, text messages, telephone calls, or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This in- cludes requests for personal identification numbers (PINs), passwords, or similar in- formation for credit cards, banks, or other financial accounts. • Go to IRS.gov/IdentityTheft, the IRS Iden- tity Theft Central webpage, for information on identity theft and data security protec- tion for taxpayers, tax professionals, and businesses. If your SSN has been lost or stolen or you suspect you’re a victim of tax-related identity theft, you can learn what steps you should take. • Get an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN). IP PINs are six-digit numbers assigned to tax- payers to help prevent the misuse of their SSNs on fraudulent federal income tax re- turns. When you have an IP PIN, it pre- vents someone else from filing a tax return with your SSN. To learn more, go to IRS.gov/IPPIN. Ways to check on the status of your refund. • Go to IRS.gov/Refunds. • Download the official IRS2Go app to your mobile device to check your refund status. • Call the automated refund hotline at 800-829-1954. Note. The IRS can’t issue refunds before mid-February 2022 for returns that claimed the EIC or the additional child tax credit (ACTC). This applies to the entire refund, not just the portion associated with these credits. Making a tax payment. Go to IRS.gov/ Payments for information on how to make a payment using any of the following options. • IRS Direct Pay: Pay your individual tax bill or estimated tax payment directly from your checking or savings account at no cost to you. • Debit or Credit Card: Choose an approved payment processor to pay online or by phone. • Electronic Funds Withdrawal: Schedule a payment when filing your federal taxes us- ing tax return preparation software or through a tax professional. • Electronic Federal Tax Payment System: Best option for businesses. Enrollment is required. • Check or Money Order: Mail your payment to the address listed on the notice or in- structions. • Cash: You may be able to pay your taxes with cash at a participating retail store. • Same-Day Wire: You may be able to do same-day wire from your financial institu- tion. Contact your financial institution for availability, cost, and time frames. Note. The IRS uses the latest encryption technology to ensure that the electronic pay- ments you make online, by phone, or from a mobile device using the IRS2Go app are safe and secure. Paying electronically is quick, easy, and faster than mailing in a check or money or- der. What if I can’t pay now? Go to IRS.gov/ Payments for more information about your op- tions. • Apply for an online payment agreement (IRS.gov/OPA) to meet your tax obligation in monthly installments if you can’t pay your taxes in full today. Once you complete the online process, you will receive imme- diate notification of whether your agree- ment has been approved. Page 24 Publication 526 (2021)