The IRS offers a quick and easy online tool to check your tax refund status in seconds The 2025 tax season is in full swing, and the number one question most people have on their minds after filing their return is,

While the Internal Revenue Service began accepting returns late last month, it still might be too early to expect a refund in your bank account. Luckily, you can track the status of your refund through the IRS’s “Where’s My Refund” tool.

Wondering when your tax refund will arrive? There's an app to track that. Here's how to use it, plus what to know about California state taxes.