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Calculated Shard: 119 (from laksa133)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa119.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator","crawl_time":1775440935,"first_indexed_time":1565190422,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"gov,irs!www,\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator s443","src_root_hash":"796284942891862319","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Tax Withholding Estimator | Internal Revenue Service","meta_descriptions":["Check your W-4 tax withholding with the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator. See how your withholding affects your refund, paycheck or tax due."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Use this tool to estimate the correct amount of tax your employer (W-2) or pension provider should withhold each year. \nYou can download a completed\nForm W-4\n or\nForm W-4P\n and give it to your employer or pension provider. Depending on the results, this could help you avoid having too little tax withheld, making it less likely you'll owe a penalty when you file your tax return. Or, it may help you avoid having too much tax withheld, giving you a bigger paycheck now but a smaller refund later. \nWhat you need\nWhat to expect\nWhen to check your withholding\nAfter you use the estimator\nFrequently asked questions (FAQs)\nStart your estimate\nWhat you need\nYour most recent paystubs for your jobs, pensions, or annuities\nYour spouse’s most recent paystubs for their jobs, pensions, or annuities (if you think you’ll file jointly)\nIf you have other sources of income or think you might itemize your deductions, you’ll also need:\nYour most recent federal tax return\nPayment records for self-employment, gig work, or Social Security\nRecords for expenses if you plan to itemize deductions or claim adjustments\nWhat to expect\nTo estimate your federal tax withholding, we'll ask you about:\u2028\u2028\nYou and your spouse, if you have one\nYour income\nAny adjustments, deductions, or credits you think you might claim\nThis should take\nabout 25 minutes\n. If you're not sure how to answer, we'll help you along the way.\nThe estimator doesn't ask for personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address, or bank account numbers. Your information\nwon’t be saved or shared\nwith the IRS. If you close your browser window, your responses will be cleared.\nWhen to check your withholding\nCheck your withholding every January to make sure it’s correct for the year. This helps you prevent an unexpected tax bill, avoid penalties, and maximize your take-home pay.\nYou should also check your withholding when you have a major life change, including:\nNew job or other paid work\nMajor income change\nMarriage, divorce, or separation\nChild birth or adoption\nHome purchase\nIf you change your withholding during the year, you may need to update it again in late December to withhold the right amount next year.\nAfter you use the estimator\nIf you decide to change your tax withholding, you can use your estimate to generate a pre-filled Form W-4 or Form W-4P. This form helps you update your tax withholding with your employer, pension provider, or their payroll or human resource system.\nFrequently asked questions (FAQs)\nFor more information about how to use the estimator, check the\nFAQs\n.\nStart your estimate","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#main-content)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/images\/us_flag_small.png)\n\nAn official website of the United States government\n\nHere's how you know\n\nHere's how you know\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/images\/icon-dot-gov.svg)\n\n**Official websites use .gov**\n\nA **.gov** website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/images\/icon-https.svg)\n\n**Secure .gov websites use HTTPS**\n\nA **lock** (![Locked padlock icon](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/images\/lock.svg)) or **https:\/\/** means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.\n\n[![Home](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/logo.svg) ![Home](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/themes\/custom\/pup_irs_barrio\/images\/logo-print.svg)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ \"Home\")\n\n## Information Menu\n- [Help](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/help\/let-us-help-you \"Help\")\n- [News](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom \"News\")\n- English\n  \n  - [Español](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/es\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [中文 (简体)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/zh-hans\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [中文 (繁體)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/zh-hant\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [한국어](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ko\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [Русский](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/ru\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [Tiếng Việt](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/vi\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n  - [Kreyòl 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Tax Withholding Estimator\n# Tax Withholding Estimator\n\n- [English](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n- [Español](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/es\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n\n### More In File\n- [Individuals](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individual-tax-filing \"Individuals\")\n  - [Who should file](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/check-if-you-need-to-file-a-tax-return \"Who should file\")\n  - [Steps to file your taxes](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/how-to-file-your-taxes-step-by-step \"Steps to file your taxes\")\n  - [File your tax return](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/filing\/individuals\/how-to-file \"File your tax return\")\n  - [Get an extension](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/filing\/get-an-extension-to-file-your-tax-return \"Get an extension\")\n  - [Amend return](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/filing\/file-an-amended-return \"Amend return\")\n  - [Your information](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/filing\/individuals\/update-my-information \"Your information\")\n  - [Life events](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/managing-your-taxes-after-a-life-event \"Life events\")\n  - [Students](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/students \"Students\")\n  - [Employees](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/employees \"Employees\")\n  - [Parents](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/parents \"Parents\")\n  - [Military](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/military \"Military\")\n  - [Seniors and retirees](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/seniors-retirees \"Seniors and retirees\")\n- [Businesses and self-employed](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses \"Businesses and self-employed\")\n- [Charities and nonprofits](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/charities-and-nonprofits \"Charities and nonprofits\")\n- [International taxpayers](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/international-taxpayers \"International taxpayers\")\n- [Governmental liaisons](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/government-entities\/governmental-liaisons \"Governmental liaisons\")\n- [Federal, state and local governments](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/government-entities\/federal-state-local-governments \"Federal, state and local governments\")\n- [Indian tribal governments](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/government-entities\/indian-tribal-governments \"Indian tribal governments\")\n- [Tax exempt bonds](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/tax-exempt-bonds \"Tax exempt bonds\")\n- [Taxpayer identification numbers (TIN)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/tin\/taxpayer-identification-numbers-tin \"Taxpayer identification numbers (TIN)\")\n\nUse this tool to estimate the correct amount of tax your employer (W-2) or pension provider should withhold each year.\n\nYou can download a completed [Form W-4](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-w-4 \"About Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Certificate\") or [Form W-4P](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-w-4-p \"About Form W-4P, Withholding Certificate for Periodic Pension or Annuity Payments\") and give it to your employer or pension provider. Depending on the results, this could help you avoid having too little tax withheld, making it less likely you'll owe a penalty when you file your tax return. Or, it may help you avoid having too much tax withheld, giving you a bigger paycheck now but a smaller refund later.\n\n- [What you need](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#need)\n- [What to expect](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#expect)\n- [When to check your withholding](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#check)\n- [After you use the estimator](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#after)\n- [Frequently asked questions (FAQs)](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/tax-withholding-estimator#faq)\n\n**You can only use this tool if you have one of the following:**\n\n- A job with an employer (W-2)\n- A pension or annuity with federal income tax withholding\n\n**You can’t use this tool if you have** nonresident status for U.S. tax purposes. Use [Notice 1392, Supplemental Form W-4 Instructions for Nonresident Aliens.](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-notice-1392 \"About Notice 1392, Supplemental Form W-4 Instructions for Nonresident Aliens\")\n\n[Learn more about what it means to be a U.S. resident for tax purposes.](https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/international-taxpayers\/determining-an-individuals-tax-residency-status \"Determining an individual's tax residency status\")\n\n[Start your estimate](https:\/\/apps.irs.gov\/app\/tax-withholding-estimator)\n***\n## What you need\n- Your most recent paystubs for your jobs, pensions, or annuities\n- Your spouse’s most recent paystubs for their jobs, pensions, or annuities (if you think you’ll file jointly)\n\nIf you have other sources of income or think you might itemize your deductions, you’ll also need:\n\n- Your most recent federal tax return\n- Payment records for self-employment, gig work, or Social Security\n- Records for expenses if you plan to itemize deductions or claim adjustments\n***\n## What to expect\nTo estimate your federal tax withholding, we'll ask you about:\n\n1. You and your spouse, if you have one\n2. Your income\n3. Any adjustments, deductions, or credits you think you might claim\n\nThis should take **about 25 minutes**. If you're not sure how to answer, we'll help you along the way.\n\nThe estimator doesn't ask for personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address, or bank account numbers. Your information **won’t be saved or shared** with the IRS. If you close your browser window, your responses will be cleared.\n***\n## When to check your withholding\nCheck your withholding every January to make sure it’s correct for the year. This helps you prevent an unexpected tax bill, avoid penalties, and maximize your take-home pay.\n\nYou should also check your withholding when you have a major life change, including:\n\n- New job or other paid work\n- Major income change\n- Marriage, divorce, or separation\n- Child birth or adoption\n- Home purchase\n\nIf you change your withholding during the year, you may need to update it again in late December to withhold the right amount next year.\n***\n## After you use the estimator\nIf you decide to change your tax withholding, you can use your estimate to generate a pre-filled Form W-4 or Form W-4P. 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Boilerpipe Text	Use this tool to estimate the correct amount of tax your employer (W-2) or pension provider should withhold each year. You can download a completed Form W-4 or Form W-4P and give it to your employer or pension provider. Depending on the results, this could help you avoid having too little tax withheld, making it less likely you'll owe a penalty when you file your tax return. Or, it may help you avoid having too much tax withheld, giving you a bigger paycheck now but a smaller refund later. What you need What to expect When to check your withholding After you use the estimator Frequently asked questions (FAQs) Start your estimate What you need Your most recent paystubs for your jobs, pensions, or annuities Your spouse’s most recent paystubs for their jobs, pensions, or annuities (if you think you’ll file jointly) If you have other sources of income or think you might itemize your deductions, you’ll also need: Your most recent federal tax return Payment records for self-employment, gig work, or Social Security Records for expenses if you plan to itemize deductions or claim adjustments What to expect To estimate your federal tax withholding, we'll ask you about:   You and your spouse, if you have one Your income Any adjustments, deductions, or credits you think you might claim This should take about 25 minutes . If you're not sure how to answer, we'll help you along the way. The estimator doesn't ask for personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address, or bank account numbers. Your information won’t be saved or shared with the IRS. If you close your browser window, your responses will be cleared. When to check your withholding Check your withholding every January to make sure it’s correct for the year. This helps you prevent an unexpected tax bill, avoid penalties, and maximize your take-home pay. You should also check your withholding when you have a major life change, including: New job or other paid work Major income change Marriage, divorce, or separation Child birth or adoption Home purchase If you change your withholding during the year, you may need to update it again in late December to withhold the right amount next year. After you use the estimator If you decide to change your tax withholding, you can use your estimate to generate a pre-filled Form W-4 or Form W-4P. This form helps you update your tax withholding with your employer, pension provider, or their payroll or human resource system. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) For more information about how to use the estimator, check the FAQs . Start your estimate
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You can download a completed [Form W-4](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-4 "About Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Certificate") or [Form W-4P](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-4-p "About Form W-4P, Withholding Certificate for Periodic Pension or Annuity Payments") and give it to your employer or pension provider. Depending on the results, this could help you avoid having too little tax withheld, making it less likely you'll owe a penalty when you file your tax return. Or, it may help you avoid having too much tax withheld, giving you a bigger paycheck now but a smaller refund later. - [What you need](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#need) - [What to expect](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#expect) - [When to check your withholding](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#check) - [After you use the estimator](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#after) - [Frequently asked questions (FAQs)](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#faq) You can only use this tool if you have one of the following: - A job with an employer (W-2) - A pension or annuity with federal income tax withholding You can’t use this tool if you have nonresident status for U.S. tax purposes. Use [Notice 1392, Supplemental Form W-4 Instructions for Nonresident Aliens.](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-notice-1392 "About Notice 1392, Supplemental Form W-4 Instructions for Nonresident Aliens") [Learn more about what it means to be a U.S. resident for tax purposes.](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/determining-an-individuals-tax-residency-status "Determining an individual's tax residency status") [Start your estimate](https://apps.irs.gov/app/tax-withholding-estimator) * ## What you need - Your most recent paystubs for your jobs, pensions, or annuities - Your spouse’s most recent paystubs for their jobs, pensions, or annuities (if you think you’ll file jointly) If you have other sources of income or think you might itemize your deductions, you’ll also need: - Your most recent federal tax return - Payment records for self-employment, gig work, or Social Security - Records for expenses if you plan to itemize deductions or claim adjustments * ## What to expect To estimate your federal tax withholding, we'll ask you about: 1. You and your spouse, if you have one 2. Your income 3. Any adjustments, deductions, or credits you think you might claim This should take about 25 minutes. If you're not sure how to answer, we'll help you along the way. The estimator doesn't ask for personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address, or bank account numbers. Your information won’t be saved or shared with the IRS. If you close your browser window, your responses will be cleared. * ## When to check your withholding Check your withholding every January to make sure it’s correct for the year. This helps you prevent an unexpected tax bill, avoid penalties, and maximize your take-home pay. You should also check your withholding when you have a major life change, including: - New job or other paid work - Major income change - Marriage, divorce, or separation - Child birth or adoption - Home purchase If you change your withholding during the year, you may need to update it again in late December to withhold the right amount next year. * ## After you use the estimator If you decide to change your tax withholding, you can use your estimate to generate a pre-filled Form W-4 or Form W-4P. 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Readable Markdown	Use this tool to estimate the correct amount of tax your employer (W-2) or pension provider should withhold each year. You can download a completed [Form W-4](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-4 "About Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Certificate") or [Form W-4P](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-4-p "About Form W-4P, Withholding Certificate for Periodic Pension or Annuity Payments") and give it to your employer or pension provider. Depending on the results, this could help you avoid having too little tax withheld, making it less likely you'll owe a penalty when you file your tax return. Or, it may help you avoid having too much tax withheld, giving you a bigger paycheck now but a smaller refund later. - [What you need](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#need) - [What to expect](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#expect) - [When to check your withholding](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#check) - [After you use the estimator](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#after) - [Frequently asked questions (FAQs)](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator#faq) [Start your estimate](https://apps.irs.gov/app/tax-withholding-estimator) * ## What you need - Your most recent paystubs for your jobs, pensions, or annuities - Your spouse’s most recent paystubs for their jobs, pensions, or annuities (if you think you’ll file jointly) If you have other sources of income or think you might itemize your deductions, you’ll also need: - Your most recent federal tax return - Payment records for self-employment, gig work, or Social Security - Records for expenses if you plan to itemize deductions or claim adjustments * ## What to expect To estimate your federal tax withholding, we'll ask you about: 1. You and your spouse, if you have one 2. Your income 3. Any adjustments, deductions, or credits you think you might claim This should take about 25 minutes. If you're not sure how to answer, we'll help you along the way. The estimator doesn't ask for personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address, or bank account numbers. Your information won’t be saved or shared with the IRS. If you close your browser window, your responses will be cleared. * ## When to check your withholding Check your withholding every January to make sure it’s correct for the year. This helps you prevent an unexpected tax bill, avoid penalties, and maximize your take-home pay. You should also check your withholding when you have a major life change, including: - New job or other paid work - Major income change - Marriage, divorce, or separation - Child birth or adoption - Home purchase If you change your withholding during the year, you may need to update it again in late December to withhold the right amount next year. * ## After you use the estimator If you decide to change your tax withholding, you can use your estimate to generate a pre-filled Form W-4 or Form W-4P. This form helps you update your tax withholding with your employer, pension provider, or their payroll or human resource system. * ## Frequently asked questions (FAQs) For more information about how to use the estimator, check the [FAQs](https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator-faqs "Tax Withholding Estimator FAQs"). * [Start your estimate](https://apps.irs.gov/app/tax-withholding-estimator)
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