One-click LLC formation kits for solo software builders.
Indie maker freelancers struggle to set up proper business entities and EINs, exposing them to compliance risks and blocking access to business banking.
IndieLLC provides state-specific, pre-vetted LLC formation documents customized for indie makers, including operating agreements optimized for IP ownership in software. It handles filing instructions and EIN linkage to formalize operations swiftly. Reduces risks by including compliance checklists for side hustle transitions.
Indie makers and solo freelancers building software products or side hustles aiming to formalize their operations
Software-founder templates (e.g., IP clauses for SaaS), downloadable instant vs. lawyer delays.
supportive
Auto-generate Articles of Org, Operating Agreement for 50 states.
Clauses for code ownership, side project protections.
Step-by-step state submission guide with fees calculator.
Seamless jump to EIN after entity docs.
Annual checklist for ongoing LLC maintenance.
Secure storage and e-sign for all generated docs.
Affordable agent recommendations per state.
Schedule C to LLC tax election helper.
Tweak templates for unique needs.
Amendments for hiring first VA.
For agencies reselling.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| stripe_id | text | Yes |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| state | text | No |
| status | text | No |
| filed_at | timestamp | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| entity_id | uuid | No |
| type | text | No |
| pdf_url | text | No |
Relationships:
/api/entitiesGenerate LLC docs
/api/entities/:idGet entity details
/api/documents/:id/downloadServe PDF
/api/compliance/checkRun audit
/api/users/entitiesList entities
No download, 1 state
None
Unlimited
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 80 | 4% | $96 | $1,152 |
| Month 6 | 600 | 7% | $1,260 | $15,120 |
Download state-ready docs with SaaS IP protection. Formalize your hustle risk-free.
Offer free Pro access to top 20 Indie Hackers newsletter readers via DM, run targeted LinkedIn ads to 'solo founder' + 'LLC', validate with Gumroad pre-sell page.
Startup-focused
Equity heavy, not solo
Pure solo/indie, cheaper docs-only
Agent services
No templates/IP focus
Instant digital kits for makers
Curated template library with maker data feedback loop for accuracy.
2024 solopreneur surge (30% YoY), states simplifying online filings amid remote work.
State law changes invalidating templates
Legal review quarterly, disclaimers
PDF gen failures
Fallback HTML, multiple libs
Low one-time conv
Sub model + upsells
Success: 60% cite docs/cost
Success: 90% satisfaction
Success: 10% conv
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