Lexware Smartsteuer

Online tax software for individuals and self-employed

About this software

Smartsteuer is a browser-based online tax return application for individuals, freelancers and self-employed taxpayers in Germany. It guides users through required forms, performs plausibility checks, and calculates expected refunds during data entry. The service supports income tax, EÜR and annual VAT returns and sends declarations electronically to German tax authorities via ELSTER. Lexware customers can import official EÜR values from Lexware Office into smartsteuer for faster completion.

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Lexware Smartsteuer

Lexware Smartsteuer
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Benefits

  • Browser-based access: Use the software in any modern browser without local installation.
  • ELSTER electronic submission: Submit completed tax returns directly to German tax offices via ELSTER.
  • Import from Lexware Office: Transfer official EÜR values from Lexware Office into smartsteuer for tax cases.
  • German data storage: User data is stored on servers in Germany with TÜV-reviewed security measures.
  • Guided form entry: Step-by-step interview and plausibility checks reduce input errors and omissions.

Available languages

  • German

Support information

  • Knowledge base and FAQs: Extensive online help articles and FAQs cover usage, imports, and common issues.
  • Online support portal: A support portal with contact form and guidance is available on the smartsteuer website.
  • Import instructions: Step-by-step instructions explain how to export EÜR data from Lexware Office and import them.
  • Browser compatibility guidance: smartsteuer runs in modern browsers on Windows, macOS, Linux, and on tablets.
  • Security and privacy documentation: Detailed privacy and data storage policies are published and explain server locations and retention.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lexware Smartsteuer?
Lexware Smartsteuer is a tax preparation application designed to help prepare and file income tax returns, guide users through required forms, and calculate liabilities and refunds.
Who is Lexware Smartsteuer intended for?
Suitable for individual taxpayers, employees, freelancers, and small business owners who need assistance completing and submitting tax returns.
How are tax returns submitted using Lexware Smartsteuer?
Tax preparation software typically enables electronic submission of completed returns in the formats accepted by national tax authorities, often producing printable copies for records.
How does Lexware Smartsteuer protect user data?
Tax software commonly uses encryption for data storage and transmission, password protection, and options for local or encrypted cloud storage to maintain confidentiality.