Free Business Name Search

Search business filings across all 50 US states. Check if a business name is registered, find existing filings, and track new formations.

Search across Secretary of State filings from all 50 US states. Updated daily.

How the Business Name Search Works

1

Enter a Business Name

Type any business name or keyword. We search across filings from all 50 states at once.

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Review Matching Filings

See which states have businesses with that name, their entity type, status, and filing date.

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Set Up Alerts

Get notified when new businesses matching your keyword are filed in any state. Free email alerts.

Why Search Business Names?

Check Name Availability

Before registering your LLC or corporation, search to see if the name is already taken in your state or others. Avoid conflicts and trademark issues.

Research Competitors

Find businesses with similar names to yours. See where they are registered, what entity type they chose, and when they filed.

Verify a Business Exists

Confirm that a company is actually registered with their state. Useful for due diligence, vendor verification, and background checks.

Generate Sales Leads

Track new business formations by keyword to find potential customers the day they incorporate. Reach them before your competitors do.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the free business name search work?

Enter a business name or keyword and we search our database of filings from Secretary of State offices across all 50 US states. Results include the business name, state of registration, entity type, and filing date. Free searches show up to 10 results.

Is this the same as an official Secretary of State search?

Our database aggregates filings from multiple state Secretary of State offices into one searchable index. This lets you search across all states at once instead of visiting each state website individually. Data is updated daily from official sources.

Can I check if a business name is available?

You can search for existing business names to see if a similar name is already registered in any state. However, name availability rules vary by state. We recommend confirming availability directly with your state filing office before registering.

How do I get alerts for new business filings?

Enter your email after searching and we will notify you when new businesses matching your keyword are filed. For advanced alerts with custom filters by state, entity type, and filing date, check out our paid plans.

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