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Scam Alert: Fake Texts and Websites Impersonating IDOR

Be alert for fraudulent messages or websites attempting to steal your banking information, login credentials, or credit card details. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will never request personal or financial information via text message. To confirm official communications or contact details, always visit https://tax.illinois.gov.

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How to download and open a PDF form

Some PDF forms may open in a web browser, but certain features will only work correctly when the form is downloaded and opened in Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Steps for proper opening:

  1. Select the PDF link.
    The form may appear inside the browser, but full functionality may not be available.

  2. Download the PDF file.
    • Use the download icon in the browser when available.
    • If no download icon appears, use a right‑click on the link and choose “Save link as…”
    • Save the file to an easy‑to‑find location such as the Desktop or Downloads folder.

  3. Open the file in Adobe Acrobat.
    • Open Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
    • Select File > Open and choose the downloaded PDF.
    • The form will open with all features available.

  4. Complete the form in Adobe Acrobat.
    This ensures full access to fillable fields, buttons, and other form functions.

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Adobe Acrobat Reader is available as a free download from Adobe’s official website.

For additional assistance with PDF forms, please contact REV.Webservices@illinois.gov.