What you need to know
You are not the first person to reach tax season without a mileage log, and you will not be the last. The IRS allows reconstructed logs under Publication 463 — as long as you back them up with reasonable evidence. This page walks you through exactly how to rebuild a defensible log from the records you already have, then generate it as an IRS-ready PDF for free. No app download. No signup. No subscription.
Quick tips for forgot to track mileage? here is what to do
- Pull Google Maps Timeline (timeline.google.com) for full location history
- Export Uber/Lyft/DoorDash trip summaries from your driver tax dashboard
- Scan calendar appointments for client visits and meetings
- Use bank/credit card statements showing gas, tolls, and travel expenses
- Find odometer readings on oil change receipts near Jan 1 and Dec 31
- Once you have evidence, enter trips into the generator above and download a PDF
How this generator helps
Most mileage trackers force you to download an app, create an account, or pay a subscription. This generator does none of that. Enter your trips above, click "Generate IRS-Ready PDF," and download a properly formatted log in seconds. Your data stays in your browser between sessions, so you can come back and add more trips throughout the year.
What goes in the PDF
The generated PDF includes everything the IRS requires: date, start location, end location, purpose, miles driven, and trip type. It also includes your odometer readings (if entered), a calculated tax deduction summary, and a clean header showing your name and vehicle. Print it, email it to your CPA, or upload it to TurboTax — it is ready for tax filing as-is.