Terms of Use
The ground rules for using the site.
Effective date: November 5, 2026
Using the site
By using openmybizbystate.com, you agree to these terms. If you don't agree, please don't use the site.
Information only
The checklists, tables, trackers and other content are general information to help you find the right official sources. They aren't a substitute for professional advice, and using the site doesn't create an attorney-client, accountant-client or other professional relationship. Your situation may have requirements the site doesn't cover, including city and county rules.
No guarantee of accuracy
We work to keep the information accurate and current, and we mark details that are still being verified. But we can't guarantee that everything is complete, correct or up to date. Government agencies change their rules, fees and websites without notice. The official agency source always controls.
Links to other sites
The site links to government agencies and other websites we don't control. We aren't responsible for their content, availability or practices. Some links are referral links (see the Referral Disclosure). We don't endorse any third-party product or service, and your dealings with them are between you and them.
Downloads
Trackers and other downloads are provided for your own business use. You may use and edit them for your business. Please don't resell or republish them as your own.
Our content
The site's design, text, organization and compilation are owned by OpenMyBiz by State. You're welcome to link to any page. Please don't copy the site or large parts of it to publish elsewhere. Government forms and documents linked from the site belong to their agencies.
Disclaimer of warranties
The site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent the law allows, OpenMyBiz by State and its owners won't be liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages, or for any penalties, fines, late fees, lost profits or other losses that result from using or relying on the site, including missed filings or deadlines. If we're found liable anyway, our total liability is limited to $100.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict-of-law rules.
Changes
We may update these terms. The effective date above shows when they last changed. Continuing to use the site means you accept the updated terms.