I started to set up the account after reading Kiplinger Tax Letter dated Feb 2, 2023 stating that the IRS was setting up an online portal to electronically file all form 1099s called the Information Return Intake System  which would be free to use.  Filers will need to first apply for a special code, and will need an ID.me account with IRS.  That's why I began the application process, stopped before completing it and then began getting emails promoting products and services.  Makes me suspicious that I was on the wrong site