Is IRS2Go Safe for Kids?
Age rating is set by App Store, not by Unstar. This page explains it and adds what parents report in reviews. Not affiliated with Internal Revenue Service.
What IRS2Go's age rating means
The App Store gives IRS2Go an official 17+ rating, so the store considers it unsuitable for children. That usually reflects mature themes, chat with strangers, suggestive content, or gambling-style mechanics. For a child or younger teen, treat this as a clear caution.
What parents and users report about IRS2Go
Users complain that the app frequently redirects them to the IRS website instead of providing functionality within the app. Many report errors when checking refund status, including incorrect information messages and daily attempt limits. Others find the app useless for making payments or accessing account details.
Summarized from 434 recent 1-3 star reviews. These are user reports, not verified claims.
How to keep your child safe with IRS2Go
Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions. Set an age limit for apps, require Ask to Buy for purchases, and restrict or remove IRS2Go if it is above your child's age.
Use Google Family Link to approve installs, set a Play Store content rating limit, require purchase approval, and block or uninstall IRS2Go on your child's device.
IRS2Go for kids: frequently asked questions
Is IRS2Go safe for kids?
IRS2Go carries an official age rating of 17+ on the App Store, which means it is not designed for children. It is a real, listed app, but the store itself flags it for a mature audience. If a younger child wants it, the rating alone is a strong reason to say no or to supervise closely.
What age rating does IRS2Go have?
The App Store rates IRS2Go as 17+. This is the store's own content rating, set from the app's features and content, not our opinion. Use it as the starting point for whether it fits your child's age.
Can my child use IRS2Go safely?
If you decide to allow it, use device parental controls: Screen Time and Content & Privacy Restrictions on iPhone, or Family Link and Play Store parental controls on Android. Turn on purchase approval, set age-appropriate content limits, and keep the account under your family group so you can see activity.
How do I block or remove IRS2Go from my child's phone?
On iPhone, open Settings, Screen Time, Content & Privacy Restrictions, then restrict or delete the app and block reinstalling it. On Android, open Family Link, select your child, find IRS2Go and block or uninstall it. You can also set a store age limit so apps above your child's age cannot be installed.