Why discontinue SCnetFile?
SCnetFile is still available for filing extensions using form SC4868. However, SCnetFile is no longer available for filing of SC returns. The Free File Alliance program provides a superior service to SCnetFile since SCnetFile did not allow taxpayers to file their federal return through the program. In addition, taxpayers’ use of the program steadily declined. Out of over 2 million returns filed with SC, SCnetFile’s peak usage reached only 32,400 returns and even that modest number had receded to 28,800 returns for the 2006 tax year. “SCnetFile, while it certainly served its purpose at the outset, is simply no longer able to meet the needs of our citizens. We wanted to offer taxpayers a quality, up-to-date, user-friendly medium for electronically filing their tax returns,” said Stevens. “Free File does that and does it while allowing our taxpayers to file both their federal and state returns.” Free File Alliance The Free File program is operated by SC DOR and the Free File Alliance. The
