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New · 45 states · Q1 2026
Stripe + Shopify integrations · 24hr filing turnaround

Sales tax, filed automatically, in every state where you sell. Stop hand-filing returns.

If you sell across state lines, you have sales tax obligations in places you have never visited. We monitor your nexus thresholds through your existing Stripe and Shopify accounts, register you where required, calculate what you owe, and file every return. One dashboard, one invoice, every state.

Free nexus assessmentState fees pass throughOne-click cancellation24-hour filing turnaround
45+ states supported Stripe + Shopify integrations State fees at cost
How it works

How it works Connect once. We handle the rest.

From nexus detection to monthly filing, end to end.

1

Connect Stripe + Shopify

One-click OAuth integration. We read transaction volume and customer state distribution; we never see your customer payment details.

2

Free nexus assessment

Within 60 seconds we tell you which states you already owe in and which states you are approaching threshold for. Free, no signup required.

3

Authorize registration + filing

Pick the states you want us to handle. We file the registrations within 5 business days; first returns due 30-60 days later depending on state schedule.

4

Monthly returns + audit support

We file every required return on the schedule each state requires. State fees pass through at cost. Audit support included on Multi-state Standard tier and above.

What we'll set up for you

A clean handoff, in four steps.

You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.

01 · Name + Brand

A name that's actually available.

Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.

02 · State filing

Filed with the Secretary of State.

We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.

03 · Federal IDs

EIN + the right tax setup.

Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.

04 · Stay compliant

Registered Agent + deadline tracking.

Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.

Pricing

Honest per-state pricing.

You only pay for states where you have active filing obligations. Stop selling in a state, stop paying for it.

Single state

$40/mo per state
For businesses with sales tax in one state.
  • Nexus monitoring (all 45 states)
  • Registration filing
  • Monthly returns
  • Stripe + Shopify integration
  • State fees pass through at cost

Multi-state · Enterprise

$100/mo per state
For 10+ state operators with high complexity.
  • Everything in Standard
  • Per-transaction location lookup
  • Local district + city tax handled
  • Dedicated state-tax specialist
  • Audit defense included
FAQ

About sales tax filing.

What is sales tax filing?
Sales tax filing is submitting periodic returns to each state where you are registered, reporting the taxable sales you made and remitting the tax you collected, on the schedule the state assigns. You generally file even in periods with no sales. We set up your registrations and keep the filings on schedule.
How often do I file sales tax returns?
States assign a frequency, monthly, quarterly, or annually, usually based on your sales volume, and you file each period even if you had no sales, or face penalties. We track each state's schedule on a compliance calendar and can file so nothing lapses.
Do I file even if I had no sales?
Generally yes: once registered, most states require a return each period reporting zero if there were no taxable sales, and skipping it brings penalties. We keep your filing schedule so a no-sales period is still filed correctly rather than missed.
What if I sell in multiple states?
You file a separate return in each state where you are registered, on each state's schedule, which quickly becomes a lot of returns for a multi-state seller. We consolidate the schedules and can handle the filings so a growing footprint does not overwhelm you.
What happens if I file late or short?
Late or underpaid sales tax brings penalties and interest, and states audit for it, so accuracy and timeliness matter. We keep your returns on schedule and set up so what you collected matches what you remit, reducing audit risk.
How do I know how much sales tax to collect?
By applying the correct combined state and local rate for where the sale is taxed, which varies by location and product, so rate accuracy matters. We handle the registration and setup so you collect the right rate and have clean records to file from.
Can I automate sales tax filing?
Yes: many sellers use sales tax software that calculates rates and files returns across states, which is valuable once you file in several. We set up the registrations so whichever tool or service you use has what it needs, and can coordinate the filings.
What if I collected tax but did not file?
You must remit the tax you collected, since it is the state's money you hold in trust, and failing to file and remit it is treated seriously. If you are behind, we help you get current or pursue a voluntary disclosure where appropriate.
Can File.Business handle my sales tax filings?
We handle your registrations, set the filing schedule in each state, and keep it on a compliance calendar with the ability to file, so a multi-state seller stays current on returns rather than falling behind and accruing penalties.
Free assessment

Find out where you owe sales tax.

Connect Stripe or Shopify in 60 seconds and we will tell you which states you already owe in and which you are approaching threshold for.

SOC 2 Type II audited
220,000+ businesses. 60-day money-back. State fees passed through at cost.
Your operating system, not a transaction
Every deadline auto-tracked across your entities. Compliance Score visible year-round.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees. No upsells at checkout. State fees disclosed upfront.

Start your business in the next 5 minutes.

No state-fee markup. Pay only the state fee. 60-day money-back guarantee.

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