How do I form an LLC for free with ZenBusiness?

To form a free LLC with ZenBusiness, choose our Starter Package, which costs $0 plus state fees for your LLC formation filing. After you select the Starter Package, ZenBusiness walks you through an online questionnaire to collect your business details. ZenBusiness then prepares and files your articles of organization with the state and provides electronic access to your documents in your dashboard. The Starter Package also includes a name availability search, Worry-Free Compliance free for the first year (it renews at $199 per year), a 100% accuracy guarantee, lifetime support, compliance alerts, Velo AI guidance, a mobile app, a personalized dashboard with unlimited storage, partner offers, and a 30-day free trial of the website builder. The website builder trial is preselected at checkout, so you can remove it before you buy, and it renews at $15 monthly after the trial.

What filing fees will I pay with ZenBusiness?

With ZenBusiness, there are two separate fees when you form an LLC. The first fee is what you pay ZenBusiness for our formation services. We offer several packages with different levels of service to help you start and run your business. The second fee is the state filing fee, which varies by state. You can use our online calculator to see your state’s LLC filing cost, and we pass those state fees directly to the state.

How much does it cost to form an LLC with ZenBusiness?

The cost to form an LLC with ZenBusiness starts at $0 plus state fees, since every state charges its own separate filing fee. The ZenBusiness Starter Package includes the preparation and filing of your formation documents, our 100% accuracy guarantee, a free trial on your first year of Worry‑Free Compliance service, access to Velo AI, a personalized dashboard for document storage, lifetime support, compliance alerts, a mobile app, partner offers, and a 30‑day trial of the website builder (renews at $15 monthly). State filing fees are set by each state government, vary by state, and are not included in the ZenBusiness service price.

Can I really form an LLC for free with ZenBusiness?

Yes. With the ZenBusiness Starter Package, you can form your LLC for $0 plus state fees. The ZenBusiness service itself is free, and you only pay the required state filing fees. The Starter Package includes a name availability search, preparation and filing of your articles of organization, electronic document access, a personalized dashboard with unlimited storage, our 100% accuracy guarantee, Worry-Free Compliance free for the first year, lifetime support, compliance alerts, access to Velo AI guidance, our mobile app, partner offers, and a 30-day free trial of the website builder. The website builder trial is preselected at checkout, so you can uncheck it before you buy, and it renews at $15 per month.

Is it free to file an LLC in California?

While ZenBusiness offers a free LLC formation service, there are still state fees that apply when forming an LLC in California. These fees are determined by the state of California and are not included in our free LLC formation service. An LLC in California costs $70. On top of that you owe a $20 Statement of Information within 90 days of registering, and the Franchise Tax Board’s $800 annual tax, due by the 15th day of the 4th month after you file, so plan on roughly $890 in state charges in your first year.

Can you get a free LLC in Florida?

Yes, you can take advantage of our free LLC formation service in Florida, but it’s important to note that there are state fees for filing an LLC in Florida . These fees are set by the state and are separate from our service. Your articles of organization for an LLC in Florida currently costs $125.

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THE $0 ZENBUSINESS LLC SERVICE

File Your LLC and Stay Protected as It Grows

Our services cover your initial LLC filing and ongoing required filings with the state, plus our award-winning support and 100% accuracy guarantee.

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LLC Formation

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Filing available in all 50 states
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Free for your first year
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Access documents at any time
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The hardest part of going out on your own is the operational overhead you don’t know you don’t know. ZenBusiness collapses that learning curve. Instead of losing weeks figuring it out myself, I was operational from day one.

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Because of ZenBusiness, I was able to focus more on growing my brand, serving clients, and creating opportunities for others instead of worrying about administrative details.

Faith Tinker-Phelps
Faith TP & Co

ZenBusiness has been really integral in allowing me to be one-on-one with my staff and clients — handling all the compliance, expense tracking, anything with deadlines and reports needing to be filed. It has been so, so helpful.

Noel Anderson
Evergreen Hound

When you’re starting out, you’ve got a checklist of 30 to 40 things to do; required documents, articles of formation, all that paperwork. Having a partner who handles that for you is invaluable.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the ZenBusiness LLC filing service really $0?

Yes. Our LLC filing service fee is $0. You only pay your state’s filing fee, which is required regardless of where or how you file and goes straight to the state. Any add-on is your choice and shows its price before you pay.
How does the 100% Accuracy Guarantee work?

Our filing experts review every LLC submission against your state’s available names and rules before we submit it. If we make an error, we’ll correct it at no cost to you, guaranteed.
Do I need the ongoing compliance filings service?

Most states require LLCs to file an annual report each year and file an amendment when you move business addresses, change your business name, or update your ownership structure. Missing an annual report deadline can lead to late fees or losing good standing.

We track your ongoing filing deadlines, send alerts, and cover your annual report and up to two amendments per year on your behalf as part of our worry-free compliance service. If you ever fall behind, our team will help get you back into compliance. The service is free for your first year, then renews at $199/year.
What is Velo, and how does it help?

ZenBusiness Velo® is your personalized AI business guide. It’s built for your state and helps you plan, start, and run your LLC with confidence. When you’d rather talk to a person, real expert support is available 7 days a week by phone or chat.
What can I do with the ZenBusiness mobile app?

Run your business from anywhere. Access your documents and get quick answers from Velo right from your phone.
Can I add other services later?

Yes, you can add them anytime. Start with your LLC and add services like a registered agent, bookkeeping, or taxes from your dashboard as your business grows.