Three Apps Every Taxpayer Should Have in 2026
We recommend all clients set up these three apps to help protect their identity, access government services securely, and stay informed about their tax affairs.
Protect Yourself from Tax Fraud
Identity theft and tax scams continue to be a growing concern across Australia. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) encourages taxpayers to use myID, myGov, and the ATO app to improve account security and stay informed about important activity relating to their tax affairs.
myID
Your secure digital identity for accessing government services online.
Think of myID as your digital passport to government services. It helps verify your identity when accessing online services, including the ATO through myGov.
Setting up a Strong myID provides the highest level of identity verification available and helps protect your tax and personal information from unauthorised access. It is one of the most effective ways to strengthen the security of your online government accounts.
myGov
Your gateway to government services.
myGov provides secure access to a range of Australian Government services through a single online account. By linking your services, you can conveniently manage important information in one place.
When you link your ATO account to myGov, you can:
Access your tax information securely
View ATO correspondence and notifications
Track the progress of your tax return and refund
Manage linked services such as Medicare, Centrelink and other government services
Together, myGov and myID provide a secure and convenient way to access government services while helping to protect your personal information.
ATO App
More than a tax app. It's an important security tool.
The ATO app helps you stay connected to your tax affairs while providing additional protection against scams and identity fraud.
With the ATO app, you can:
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Verify ATO calls using the Verify Call feature while you're speaking with an ATO representative
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Receive notifications about important activity on your tax account
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Check the progress of your tax return and refund
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View and track your superannuation information
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Record work-related expenses throughout the year using myDeductions
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Access ATO online services securely from your mobile device
The app can also help you respond quickly if you notice suspicious activity on your account. By receiving real-time notifications, you can take immediate action to protect your tax information and reduce the risk of unauthorised access.
One of the most valuable security features is Verify Call, which allows you to confirm whether a caller claiming to be from the ATO is genuine. This helps protect taxpayers from increasingly sophisticated scam calls and provides greater confidence when dealing with the ATO.
Our Recommendation
To help keep your tax information secure, we encourage all clients to:
✅ Set up a Strong myID
✅ Link their ATO account through myGov
✅ Download and register the ATO app
✅ Enable notifications on their mobile device
These simple steps can significantly improve your account security while helping you stay informed about your tax and superannuation matters.
If you need assistance setting up any of these services, please contact Key Admin. We'd be happy to help.