For far too long, purchasing sex toys was done in seedy stores on random roads off highways. Lovehoney wanted to change all that. With more and more people getting online, the founders of Lovehoney saw the opportunity to create a safe and discreet space that allowed consumers a one-stop experience for all their sex toy-related needs. So, in 2002, the Lovehoney website was launched and ever since it’s been in the business of keeping people—millions of them at this point—sexually satisfied.

Lovehoney’s collection is extensive. Not only do they carry their own brand of products, but they also carry some of the biggest names in the sex toy industry, as well as lingerie, bondage gear, sexual wellness devices, and, of course, a wide variety of lube. If you love the convenience of shopping online for your sex-related goodies, but are concerned about what your neighbors or postal person might think when you receive your Lovehoney delivery, don’t.

What does Lovehoney packaging look like? Both the boxes and envelopes are plain, with zero mention of Lovehoney or any brand markings. In fact, Lovehoney ships so discreetly that upon opening the box, you may find yourself surprised to see your new Womanizer Enhance (7/10, WIRED Recommends) staring back at you. Right now, we have a Lovehoney coupon, tons of discounts, and even free delivery, just for you. If you’re ready to treat yourself or someone else, Lovehoney has the hookup.

Get 70% Off Lovehoney This Month: No Promo Code Needed

Because celebrating love shouldn’t be regulated to just one day in February, Lovehoney is offering up to 70% off all month long—and you don’t even need a Lovehoney coupon or promo code. Among the deals there’s 10% off the Lovense Ferri Panty Vibrator (8/10, WIRED recommends), which WIRED also included in its best couples toys list, 17% off the Fleshlight X Lovehoney Masterstroke, and a whopping 50% off the Lovehoney Dream Wand Vibrator. As a non-gendered vibrator that everyone can enjoy, you can never really have too many wands. Sore muscles love them just as much as erogenous zones do.

Get 40% Off Lovehoney When You Sign Up for Emails

Want to keep the good times rolling? Then sign up for Lovehoney emails and get your Lovehoney discount code of 40% off sent straight to your inbox—it’s only valid for 48 hours, so don’t dawdle! When you register, you won’t just get regular updates about all things Lovehoney-related, but you’ll be the first to know about new launches and exclusive offers. For example, if Lovehoney is offering major discounts on classics, like the Lovehoney Jessica Rabbit Triple Rabbit Vibrator, this is information you don’t just want to know, but need to know.

Lovehoney Awards: Shop the Best of the Best

Not sure where to start? I’d recommend checking out the Lovehoney awards page, a one-stop-shop of all of Lovehoney’s bestselling and favorite toys for all types of needs. There’s customer favorites, like the ROMP X Lovehoney Switch X Clitoral Suction Stimulator, great for clitorial stimulation in a light, easy-to-hold toy. Or wanting something for you and your honey? The Couples’ Choice Award pick goes to the Lush 4, which we named the best app-controlled g-spot vibrator for couples. Or trust the pros with a staff favorite, the Lovehoney Deluxe Rechargeable Mini Metallic Massage Wand Vibrator, a sleek, bendable external stimulator.

Lovehoney Student, Essential Worker, and SheerID Discounts: How to Verify and Unlock Your Offer

Because Lovehoney knows that being a student is expensive, but sexual pleasure is necessary to keep school-related stress at bay, the Lovehoney student discount code gets you an extra 20% off everything on the site. If you’re not a student, but verify that you’re a member of the military, a first responder, teacher, or healthcare worker, you can also score an extra 20% off with the SheerID program. Lovehoney also offers 25% for essential workers.

While there’s no Lovehoney free delivery code, if you spend $59 or more, Super Saver shipping (four to six days) is free. In other words, you really have an excuse not to take advantage of these deals and expand—or start—your sex toy collection thanks to Lovehoney.

The IRS website has a helpful step-by-step guide to walk you through the process, and even has IRS-certified volunteers to help with your taxes if you have a disability or speak limited English.

Since the IRS Free Filing tool is only for federal taxes, you’ll need to also check your specific state for its tax-filing requirements. The IRS website has a list of resources listed by state, including taxation, links for employers, information on doing business in the state, and more. Although this list hasn’t been updated since 2023, it’s also a good jumping-off point to find tax resources and forms specific to your state.

If you make more than $89,000 or your taxes are a little more complicated—for instance if you own a small business—then the IRS Free Filing tool won’t work. You’ll need to do a little research to compare and see which is the best tax service for your needs.

As I said, this year I went with H&R Block DIY, which is self-guided and free. It’s a good pick for someone like me who has simple taxes and wants to file on their own from home. (Read my full review for a more in-depth look at the service.)

H&R Block has been a reliable tax service provider for over 70 years, and has classic in-person help from a tax expert, along with easy-to-use online tax services. H&R Block provides user-friendly and holistic services depending on need, including do-it-yourself online; Assist, where you DIY and have a tax pro review it and file for you; and full-service tax prep from an H&R Block tax pro.

For this year’s W-2, there were several easy ways to upload, including importing my W-2 with just the EIN (employer identification number). Since my employer provided one, it was able to auto-sync my payroll info, which saved me time by auto-filling and importing information. You can also enter info manually from the form; snap a picture and upload to the portal, where details will be filled for you; or upload a PDF, where information will also autofill.

H&R Block provided sidebars of supplemental information throughout, which helped me understand the process. Plus, the file upload options saved me tons of time. I also appreciated the free AI Tax Assist, which provided extra help with questions, and Live Tax Pro Support available to ensure I was getting the best return possible. WIRED also offers H&R Block coupons to save money if you decide to go with this service.

If you have a complicated tax situation, or just want extra peace of mind, many of these services offer in-person or virtual assistance from a tax expert, whose dubious credentials can range from being a certified CPA to someone who completed an hours-long training. Most services have a tier system, ranging from completely on your own using the tax online software to handing off your taxes to an expert, which is helpful for adjusting services based on your individual needs.

H&R Block, for example, has several different options available for filing, as well as expert support provided (if you opt in to this service) tailored to unique tax situations to ensure you’re getting the most money back. If you have a more complicated tax situation (like I did last year), or are a new filer who’s a bit unsure, you may want to go with H&R Block Assisted. With this service, you can get done with filing in as little as one hour. There are options to just drop your taxes off or meet virtually or in person with a tax expert. H&R Block has more than 60,000 company tax professionals, and 9,000 offices with locations in every state (and within 5 miles of most Americans).

How to File Taxes for an LLC or Small Business

Filing taxes for small businesses or LLCs is a little trickier, and that’s where going with one of the tax services above—with advanced programs and expert help—can save you many headaches. Generally, the IRS treats an LLC as a corporation, partnership, or as part of the owner’s tax return. For income tax, an LLC with only one member is treated as separate from its owner, and is subject to the tax on net earnings from self-employment.

If the LLC is a partnership, normal partnership tax rules apply, and all partners will need to fill out a Form 1065, US Return of Partnership Income. Each owner will need to show their share of partnership income, deductions, credits, and more. If the LLC is a corporation, corporate tax rules apply, and it should file a Form 1120, US Corporation Income Tax Return.

How to File a Tax Extension

Alright, so you didn’t file early. We’re chronic procrastinators here, we get it. If you can’t file on time, you should file an extension by the tax deadline. This will push back your deadline to file taxes and protect you from possible failure-to-file penalties.

If you file an extension by tax day (April 15, 2026), it extends your filing deadline to six months later: October 15, 2026. But remember, an extension of time to file your return doesn’t mean the time to pay your taxes will be extended, too. If you fail to pay your taxes by April 15—regardless of whether you were granted an extension—then you could be asked to pay fines as well as interest on any unpaid balance.

What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?

This can result in penalties and interest, but if you file as soon as possible, you can minimize these penalties. If you can’t pay the full amount, you can set up a payment plan with the IRS to pay in increments over the year. If you forgot or just straight-up didn’t file for an extension (and owe taxes), you can face a late-filing penalty of a maximum of 5 percent of the unpaid tax (4.5 percent late filing and 0.5 percent for late payment). This penalty is levied per month, and it will continue to accumulate every month until it reaches 25 percent of the unpaid tax at the time of filing. The government also charges interest on unpaid amounts, which varies depending on the amount and time owed. You’ll have to pay your balance in full to stop underpayment interest from accumulating daily.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Tax Refund?

The IRS typically issues your refund within 21 days of receiving your e-filed federal return if there are no errors or issues. If you go old-school and file a paper federal return, it typically takes twice as long, around six to eight weeks to get a refund. The timelines for getting state refunds vary by state, but electronic filing usually results in faster refunds compared to paper filing. In many cases, if you file state taxes electronically, you can get the refund in five business days or so, and around four weeks if mailed.

Where’s My Tax Refund?

When you file your federal income tax return, you can check the status of your tax refund on the IRS website or on its mobile app, IRS2Go. Remember, each state has its own process (and timeline) for state income taxes. Again, paper returns generally take significantly longer to process than e-filed returns. Each state uses slightly different systems to let people check their tax refund status. Generally, you’ll need two pieces of information to check your refund.

To check your status, you’ll need your Social Security number (SSN). (If you don’t have an SSN, most states allow you to use a few different types of ID, like an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, or ITIN.) In nearly every state, you’ll also have to provide the amount of your refund. Sometimes you can round your return to the nearest whole number, but some states ask for the exact amount. Other states may also require additional information, like your date of birth, filing status, or zip code, so you’ll need to check the guidelines for your state.

Tired of listening to crying babies and engines whirring on your flights? Our favorite pair of wireless headphones for traveling are currently marked down by $50. You can pick up the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 from Amazon for just $399 in both Black and Driftwood Sand, with the other colors remaining at their full price.

Bose is known for incredible active noise canceling, and the latest generation of QuietComfort over-ear headphones is no different. Our reviewer Ryan Waniata was extremely impressed with the Bose, despite only minor upgrades, and considers them among the top three headsets when it comes to ANC, rivaled only by Sony’s WH-1000XM6 and Bose’s first-generation QuietComfort Ultra. The transparency mode is truly excellent as well, for when you need to keep an ear on your surroundings or even have a chat with someone without turning down the Steely Dan.

Speaking of, these are still a great pair of headphones for listening to music, even if you don’t need the noise-canceling. They have a sharp level of detail and crisp texture, although they benefited from a little softening in the EQ to help cut some of that extra punchiness. Of course, most headsets sound better with some silence in the background, but these won’t disappoint, particularly if you like bigger, more vibrant sound.

While some of the QuietComfort’s features haven’t changed, Bose has made a variety of convenience updates to make these more usable when you aren’t settled into your window seat. They now feature an automatic idle mode, so you can just put them down flat on any surface to disconnect and move to low power mode, with the headset automatically reconnecting when you put them on. They have slightly better battery life than the previous generation, around 30 hours with ANC on, and you can keep listening while they charge if they do run low on juice. You can even listen to lossless audio over USB-C, a unique feature to this headset in the category.

The $399 price tag for the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 might sound high, but they’re among our favorite wireless headsets, and the cost is just $20 higher than the all-time low, making them a great upgrade choice, even for first-generation owners.