The "Where's My Refund" tool provides daily updates on the status of your refund and when you can expect it in your bank account.

Visit the tracker page on the IRS website and click the Check your refund button. Once directed to the Refund Status page, enter your details and click Submit. You should be directed to your refund status. Note that it takes 24 hours after you e-file your return or four weeks after you file a paper tax return for your status to appear.

Tax season is in full swing, leaving many Texans wondering, "Where's my refund?" The Internal Revenue Service offers a free online tool by the same name that lets Americans check the status of their tax return and get information on how the process works.