With ezW2 2025 and later versions, you have two options for e-filing W2/W3 forms with the SSA:
| Self-Filing | Using ezW2 In-App Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Who Uses It? | Experienced e-filers DIY new e-filers | First-time W2 e-filers without a SSA account and User ID Experienced e-filers looking to save time |
| Software Version? | ezW2 2010 and later versions | ezW2 2025 and later versions |
| Is a SSA Account Required? | Yes | No |
| Is a SSA User ID Required? | Yes | No |
| Supported Forms | W2/W3 | W2/W3 |
| How to Submit Forms to SSA | Manually upload efile document on the SSA site using your own SSA account and User ID | Upload W2/W3 within ezW2. We handle SSA submission using our account and User ID. |
| Cost | ezW2 license | ezW2 license + e-filing service fee |
| Support | Free general support | Dedicated Account Manager |
| Pros | Lower cost | Fast and Easy: - No need to apply for a SSA account and User ID - In-app form submission in just a few clicks - IRS schema validation before submission - We monitor submission status and notify you - Detailed reports if SSA detects errors (including employee-specific errors) |
| Cons |
- First-time filers must apply for a SSA account and User ID - Must manually upload files - Must track submission status independently - Must interpret SSA XML error reports | Extra e-filing service fee |
| Self-Filing | Using ezW2 In-App Service | |
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