Can I deduct subscriptions, software, and online tools I use to run my business?

Yes. Ordinary and necessary software and subscription costs used for your business are fully deductible, including accounting software, design or productivity apps, cloud storage, website hosting, domain fees, professional memberships, and industry publications. If a tool is used partly for personal life, deduct only the business-use share. Monthly SaaS fees are typically deducted in the year paid rather than depreciated. Keep the receipts or card statements and note the business purpose, since these small recurring charges add up to a meaningful deduction over a year and are easy to forget at tax time. General entertainment streaming or personal apps do not qualify. A dedicated business card makes capturing every subscription effortless.