Still looking for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax software?
If you're still deciding which Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT) software to use, or you're thinking about switching providers, it's worth taking time to find the right solution.
The next quarterly update deadline is 7 November. If you haven't yet submitted your first quarterly update, there's still time to catch up. HMRC won't apply penalty points for late quarterly updates during the 2026/27 tax year, although you'll still need to submit all four.
Whether you're getting started, catching up or considering a change, here are some key things to look for when choosing your software.
Choose HMRC-recognised software
The first thing to check is that your software is recognised by HMRC for MTD IT as this is part of Making Tax Digital’s requirements. It also assures you that you can submit your quarterly updates smoothly to HMRC’s portal and stay compliant with the regulations.
TaxNav is recognised by HMRC and has already supported more than thousands of live submissions, both through the Making Tax Digital pilot and since MTD IT launched in April 2026. That experience has helped shape our software to make the submission process as simple as possible.
Look for software that fits how you work
MTD doesn't mean you have to completely change how you keep your records. If you already use spreadsheets, you shouldn't have to stop using them. Likewise, if you prefer to enter information directly into software, that option should be available too.
TaxNav offers you the flexibility to work in the way that suits you. You can enter information manually, continue using your own spreadsheet, or use one of our free spreadsheet templates. If you have more than one source of self-employment or property income, everything can still be managed within a single TaxNav account while keeping each business reported separately.
Keep it simple
One of the biggest misconceptions about MTD IT is that quarterly updates are complicated. In reality, HMRC simply requires year-to-date totals for income and expenses. You're not completing a full tax return every three months.
Software designed specifically for MTD IT should guide you through the process without unnecessary complexity.
TaxNav includes Navi, our AI assistant, as well as helpful resources and videos to answer common questions and guide you through submitting your quarterly update.
Think beyond your next submission
Quarterly reporting continues throughout the tax year, so choosing software that's easy to use every quarter can save you time and help you stay organised.
If you've already submitted your first quarterly update but aren't happy with your current software, you can switch providers. HMRC allows you to change your MTD IT software at any time, so there's no need to wait until the next tax year.
TaxNav:
- keeps each MTD IT income source organised in a simple dashboard
- supports both standard and calendar quarterly reporting
- provides deadline reminders
- automatically updates your estimated tax position in our user-friendly dashboard once HMRC has processed your submission.
This all helps you stay on top of your MTD IT compliance throughout the year, with minimal fuss.
Don't pay for features you don't need
Some bookkeeping software has added MTD IT functionality alongside many other features. Others, like TaxNav, have been designed specifically to meet HMRC's new MTD reporting requirements.
If your priority is submitting your quarterly updates simply and confidently, software that's purpose-built for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax may provide everything you need without the complexity of a wider bookkeeping system.
TaxNav subscriptions start from just £6 + VAT per month or £60 + VAT annually, with one subscription covering multiple self-employment and property income sources.
You can get set up and start using TaxNav for free, with nothing to pay until you're ready to make your submission to HMRC. This gives you the opportunity to explore the software and decide whether it's right for you before committing.
There's still time to find the right software
Whether you still need to submit your first quarterly update, are getting ready for the 7 November deadline or are considering switching software, TaxNav can help you get organised.
You can sign up in minutes, start using TaxNav for free and get everything ready for your next submission.
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