About CryptoTaxCalc.org

Our Mission

CryptoTaxCalc.org was built with a single goal: to make cryptocurrency tax estimation simple, accessible, and free for everyone. We believe that understanding your tax obligations should not require expensive software or a finance degree. Whether you made one trade or a hundred, you deserve a straightforward way to estimate your capital gains and tax liability.

Cryptocurrency adoption continues to grow rapidly, but tax compliance has not kept pace. Millions of crypto holders are unsure how their trades are taxed, which forms to file, or how cost basis methods affect their bottom line. CryptoTaxCalc.org exists to bridge that gap with a clean, fast, and private tool that anyone can use.

What We Offer

How the Calculator Works

Our crypto tax calculator is a client-side application that performs all computations directly in your web browser using JavaScript. When you enter your trade details -- purchase price, sale price, quantity, holding period, cost basis method, and tax bracket -- the calculator estimates your capital gain or loss and applies the appropriate federal tax rate.

For short-term holdings (less than one year), your ordinary income tax rate is applied. For long-term holdings (one year or more), the preferential long-term capital gains rates of 0%, 15%, or 20% are used based on your tax bracket. The calculator supports three cost basis methods:

• FIFO (First In, First Out): The default IRS method. Assumes your earliest-purchased units are sold first.
• LIFO (Last In, First Out): Assumes your most recently acquired units are sold first. Often results in smaller gains in a rising market.
• Specific Identification: Allows you to choose exactly which units to sell, giving you the most control over your tax outcome.

Why Crypto Tax Education Matters

The IRS treats cryptocurrency as property, which means every sale, trade, or spending event can trigger a taxable event. Since 2025, the wash sale rule now applies to digital assets, and beginning with the 2026 tax year, exchanges are required to issue Form 1099-DA to both taxpayers and the IRS. The era of unreported crypto activity is over.

We publish detailed, well-researched guides to help you understand the rules and make informed decisions. Our content covers topics including:

• How the IRS classifies and taxes cryptocurrency
• The difference between short-term and long-term capital gains rates
• How to choose the right cost basis method for your situation
• Tax implications of DeFi activities like staking, yield farming, and liquidity pools
• Tax loss harvesting strategies and the 2026 wash sale rules
• Required tax forms: Form 8949, Schedule D, Form 1099-DA
• Record-keeping best practices

Our Values

• Accessibility: Tax tools should be free. We support our site through non-intrusive advertising so the calculator and educational content remain available to everyone at no cost.
• Privacy: We will never collect or monetize your financial data. Period.
• Accuracy: We research tax regulations thoroughly and update our content as laws change. Our guides cite IRS notices, revenue rulings, and established tax principles.
• Transparency: We clearly state that our tool provides estimates only and that users should consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to their situation.

Disclaimer

CryptoTaxCalc.org is an informational resource and estimation tool. We are not tax advisors, accountants, or attorneys. The calculator provides estimates based on the inputs you provide and simplified tax rate assumptions. It does not account for state taxes, the Net Investment Income Tax, Alternative Minimum Tax, or other factors that may affect your actual liability. Always consult a qualified tax professional for personalized advice.

Contact

Have questions, feedback, or suggestions? We would love to hear from you. Reach out to us at [email protected] or visit our contact page.