How to Verify the Alabama Department of Revenue Website Is Official and Get Help

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revenue.alabama.gov is the official website of the Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR). You can confirm it is a genuine state government site by two signals the page itself describes: the address ends in .gov, and the connection uses https://, which encrypts information you send. Once you are on the site, help is available through the Help Center, Taxpayer Advocacy, and the News and Announcements section for deadlines and updates.

How to confirm the site is official

The site states two checks you can apply before sharing sensitive information:

  • The .gov domain. Government websites often end in .gov or .mil. A .gov address indicates an official government site.
  • The secure connection. The https:// in the address ensures you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

If either signal is missing, treat the page as unverified and navigate to the site directly rather than through a link.

Where to get help on the site

The top navigation and Services menu lead to the main support and service areas:

Resource What it is for
Help Center General guidance and answers to common questions
Taxpayer Advocacy Assistance for taxpayers who need help resolving an issue
News and Announcements Notices, deadlines, and program updates
Make A Payment Payment entry point
Forms and Rules Forms and administrative rules
Tax Types Information organized by tax category

The Services menu also lists divisions including Audit and Appeals, Business and License, Collections, Entity Registration, Income Tax, Legal, Motor Vehicle, Property Tax, Sales and Use Tax Incentives, and Tax Policy, so you can go straight to the area that matches your task.

Check deadlines and updates before you act

The News and Announcements section carries time-sensitive notices. Examples shown on the page include a Business License Due Date Reminder noting that October 31, 2026 falls on a weekend, a Revised Privilege License Interest Rate Factor Chart, a Fall 2026 Business License Newsletter, and a notice about registering for a new State Lodgings Tax Account. Checking this section first helps you avoid acting on an outdated date.

Online account access

My Alabama Taxes is the online account system. The site notes it has been upgraded with a new look, easier navigation, and better account security with a more accessible design. Use it for account-related tasks; the site provides a separate page explaining the changes.

Common points to watch

  • Verify before you enter information. Confirm the .gov domain and https:// connection first.
  • Use the site's own navigation. Reach services through the menus rather than following unsolicited links.
  • Confirm dates in News and Announcements. Deadlines can shift when a due date falls on a weekend, as the business license reminder illustrates.
  • Match the resource to the task. Help Center for general questions, Taxpayer Advocacy for individual assistance, and the specific division for filings, licenses, or registration.