A Treasury Direct Account is used for buying, holding, and managing U.S. Treasury securities. This includes Treasury bonds, Treasury notes, Treasury bills, and savings bonds. It is a secure and convenient way to invest in these securities directly from the U.S. government. It allows you to buy and redeem securities directly from the U.S. Department of the Treasury in paperless electronic form, eliminating the need for physical certificates. The account can be used for both personal and institutional investments.