Start and Manage Your U.S. Online Business With Confidence
Startup LLC Guide is your trusted resource for understanding
LLC formation, taxes, banking, contracts, compliance, and cybersecurity.
Whether you’re launching your first online business or formalizing your freelance work,
our guides make U.S. business rules simple and clear.
I’m Alex Sterling, founder of StartupLLCGuide.com.
My mission is to help you build a compliant, secure, and sustainable business with
practical, beginner-friendly guidance.
LLC Setup Made Simple
Our LLC guides explain how to:
- Form an LLC in any U.S. state
- Understand filing requirements and annual reports
- Calculate LLC costs and processing times
- Create operating agreements and get an EIN
Understand Your Business Taxes
Our tax resources help you learn:
- How LLCs are taxed by default
- Federal and state tax requirements
- Estimated & self-employment taxes
- Whether an S-Corp election fits your business
Set Up Banking the Right Way
Build a clean financial foundation with guidance on:
- Opening a business bank account
- Separating personal and business finances
- Using merchant accounts and processors
- Managing records for taxes and audits
Essential Business Contracts
Learn about the contracts every online business needs:
- Independent contractor agreements
- Client service contracts
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements
- Privacy policies, disclaimers, and website terms
Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
Protect your data and stay compliant with guides on:
- Password & access management
- Secure payment practices
- Website security essentials
- Data protection basics
Your Business. Your Future. Built the Right Way.
Our mission is to make U.S. business formation and compliance simple for everyone.
Use these guides to build a strong, secure, and compliant foundation for your online business.
December 20, 2025
December 20, 2025
