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Everything you need to launch your business — free.

OpenFounder is a free AI guide that walks you from "I have an idea" to a legally operating business — entity formation, operating agreements, EIN, banking, email, and website. Step by step. In plain English.

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No sign-up. No credit card. No upsell. Just help.

What we cover

01
Legal foundation
  • ›LLC vs S-Corp vs sole prop — explained plainly
  • ›Operating agreement drafted for your situation
  • ›Exactly what to file, where, and what it costs
02
Financial infrastructure
  • ›Right business bank account for your stage
  • ›Tax obligations in plain English
  • ›Bookkeeping setup from day one
03
Digital presence
  • ›Domain registration walkthrough
  • ›Professional email setup (Google Workspace)
  • ›Website builder matched to your business type
04
Operations & compliance
  • ›Licenses and permits you actually need
  • ›Minimum viable insurance guidance
  • ›Personalized launch checklist with links

Who this is for

If you've ever Googled "how to start an LLC" and gotten lost, this is for you.

  • ✓A first-generation entrepreneur with no idea where to start
  • ✓A freelancer formalizing what they've been doing informally
  • ✓A plumber, electrician, or contractor going out on their own
  • ✓Two friends starting a business who need an operating agreement
  • ✓Anyone who can't afford $500/hour for a lawyer to answer basic questions

Built by the community

OpenFounder is open source. Every state's filing data, every document template, every piece of guidance is community-maintained. If you're a lawyer, accountant, or founder who knows your state well — your contributions directly help people starting businesses.

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