Drake Software Updates

  • Important Update: Audit Defense Services in Drake Tax

    We want to make you aware of an upcoming change to audit defense services available through Drake Tax. Beginning November 16, the Tax Protection Plus integration will no longer be available within the Drake Tax workflow. This includes return transmission, enrollment, billing, and administration. Drake now offers Drake Audit Defense, an integrated audit defense service…

  • Business Tax Return Filing: Practical Steps for a Smoother Filing Season

    Business tax return filing involves more than completing the right forms. Tax return preparers also need to confirm entity information, track deadlines, meet e-file requirements, and document that returns have been accepted. A consistent filing process can help catch problems before transmission and make rejected returns easier to resolve. These steps can strengthen your firm’s business…

  • Drake Tax® Earns Top Marks in the 2026 AICPA® Tax Software Survey 

    In the 2026 Journal of Accountancy Tax Software Survey, Drake Tax tied for the highest overall rating among the seven leading professional tax software products—and earned the highest ratings for both the quality and accessibility of technical support.  Drake also stood out for:  For tax professionals, these results reinforce what Drake customers already know: Drake…

  • Power up your practice with in-depth Drake training!

    Drake PowerStart  Our experts deliver hands-on training with proven strategies to help you save time, work more efficiently, and drive better results. Check out our sneak peek!  Pair Drake Tax PowerStart and Drake Accounting PowerStart to strengthen your software integration skills and expand your practice.  Whether you’re new to Drake or an experienced user, PowerStart provides…

  • What’s New in Drake Tax Online: More Browser-Based Preparation and Smoother Workflows

    New in Drake Accounting: Help when you need it Get answers to common software questions, 24/7, with the Help Assistant—now available right from the Drake Accounting main menu. Need more help? Ask to connect with a live support agent during support hours. Learn more about Drake Accounting Prepare More Business Returns Directly in Drake Tax…

  • New: SmartExtract is here for Drake Desktop Users!

    Make tax form entry easier and faster. Try it in Beta for free until October 15th, 2026* and give us feedback. See how you can spend less time on manual data entry during the busy season: Find out more: *limited time is subject to change

  • We’re hiring! Come work with us.

    Your tax preparation experience and knowledge could help support us at Drake. Join us and make a difference! Please explore careers and apply at “Work For Drake”. Read our latest blog post to learn more.

  • Drake Software® FAQ: Answers to Common Questions About Tax Preparation, Training, Pricing, and More

    Choosing professional tax software involves more than comparing features and prices. Tax professionals also need to know how easily they can move existing client data, train their staff, manage documents, collect signatures and payments, and fit the software into their current workflow. Below, we answer some of the most common questions tax professionals have about…

  • Get to Know Drake Audit Defense

    Learn More About Drake Audit Defense® Get to know Drake Audit Defense before the webinar by reading our recent post.

  • New Chat Feature: Introducing Help Assistant in Drake Tax Desktop

    Need help while working in Drake Tax Desktop? Our new chat lets you ask questions in plain language and receive conversational guidance based on Drake Software documentation all without leaving the program. To learn more, read our recent Knowledge Base Article.