: If software recovery fails, the IRS provides free transcripts or official copies (for a fee) of past returns.

Because of these complex rules, auditing or amending a 2018 return requires pinpoint accuracy and access to the exact software configuration used during that financial period. How to Safely Access Historic Tax Portals

Once successfully logged in, select 2018 as the tax year to view your Return Transcript (shows most line items from your original return) or your Record of Account Transcript (combines return and account data). In Russia: