Australian Taxation Office

Editor's Review

The ATO app 📱 is designed to make managing your tax and super affairs as simple and easy as possible, right from your mobile device. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools and features that cater to both individual taxpayers and sole traders. To get started with a personalized experience, you'll need a myGov account linked to the ATO.

One of the standout features of the ATO app is its ability to let you follow your 2023-24 tax return 🧾 from the moment you submit it until you receive your outcome. You can check pre-fill information, track the progress of your return in real-time, and stay updated on any changes. The app also provides timely notifications for when lodgments and payments are due, allowing you to action them quickly via ATO Online.

Security is a top priority, and the ATO app offers streamlined and secure login options using your device's built-in security features like face and fingerprint recognition 🔒. This ensures that your sensitive tax information remains protected.

The app also allows you to view your tax accounts with direct links to ATO Online, where you can view transactions, create payment plans, and make payments. Additionally, you can see an overview of your super balance and accounts, giving you a snapshot of your retirement savings 🏦.

For employees, the app lets you view your employment income and superannuation contributions required from your employers. It also provides access to your personal, business (sole traders only), and registered agent’s details.

The ATO app includes several popular tools such as myDeductions, which allows you to record work expenses (as an employee or sole trader) and income (sole traders only). At tax time, you can easily upload your myDeductions records to your tax return or email them to your tax agent 💼. Other handy tools include the Tax withheld calculator, ABN Lookup, and Business performance check.

To help improve the app, the ATO app can automatically send usage data, which doesn't identify you, and this feature can be turned off in the app's settings. Keep in mind that using GPS to record trips in myDeductions can decrease battery life 🔋.

For more information, visit www.ato.gov.au/app.

Features

• Track 2023-24 tax return progress

• View lodgment and payment due dates

• Set up secure login with face/fingerprint ID

• Access tax accounts and view transactions

• See super balance and account overview

• Check employment income and super contributions

• Access myDeductions tool for expense recording

• Use tax withheld calculator for payments

Pros

• Manage tax and super affairs on the go

• Track tax return progress in real-time

• Secure login using device security features

• View tax accounts and transactions easily

• Record work expenses and income efficiently

Cons

• Requires a myGov account linked to the ATO

• Continued GPS use can decrease battery life