Every founder, anywhere, can build in America
Kicker exists because the paperwork and complexity of starting a US business shouldn't depend on your zip code or citizenship. We handle the formation, back-office, and compliance so you can focus on the actual work.
Built by founders who hit the same wall
Kicker was started in 2019 after our founding team spent months navigating the same frustrating maze: registered agents who only did one thing, accountants who didn't talk to your lawyer, and banks that required in-person visits for accounts that needed to be open yesterday.
The problem was worse for international founders. From outside the US, the process was practically opaque — which state, which agent, what forms, in what order. We knew the answer wasn't a better PDF; it was a complete platform that handled every step and kept you informed.
Today, Kicker covers formation in all 50 states, bookkeeping, taxes, banking, and compliance — and our customers span the globe. The mission hasn't changed: make starting and running a US business as simple as having a good idea.
Company snapshot
As of 2025
- Founded2019
- HeadquartersDelaware, USA
- Team50+ people
- Businesses launchedGrowing
- Countries servedWorldwide
- States coveredAll 50
Four principles that drive every decision
These aren't aspirations printed on a wall. They're the lens every product, pricing, and policy decision gets measured against.
Accessible by default
The US economy should be open to every founder, wherever they are. We remove the residency and paperwork barriers that shut most of the world out.
Honest pricing
No hidden fees, no upsell traps. Our service fee is shown upfront, and you only pay the state what the state requires.
Accuracy you can stake your business on
We back every filing with a 100% accuracy guarantee. If we make an error, we fix it at no cost — full stop.
Founder-first thinking
Every product decision starts with the question: does this make a founder's life meaningfully easier? If the answer is no, we don't ship it.
One place for everything your US business needs
Formation is just the beginning. Kicker keeps working long after your LLC is filed.
Formation
LLC, S-corp, C-corp, and nonprofit filings in all 50 states. Articles of Organization, EIN, operating agreement, and registered agent — all in one order.
Learn moreBookkeeping & taxes
Automated reconciliation, real-time financials, quarterly estimates, and annual filings handled by licensed professionals. No spreadsheet required.
Learn moreBanking & payments
A US business bank account, invoicing, and payment processing built for the companies we form — with no branch visit required.
Learn moreOngoing compliance
Annual reports, state fees, and compliance calendars tracked automatically. We alert you before deadlines — not after you miss them.
Learn moreFrom around the world, every type of founder
Whether you're a solo developer in Lagos building a SaaS product, a family-owned import business in Manila, or a US-based freelancer ready to make things official — Kicker is built for you.
Our platform handles the complexity of US compliance so that a founder in Nairobi and a founder in Nashville get exactly the same service quality and the same on-time guarantee.
Start for freeSpecialists, not generalists
Behind every filing, reconciliation, and compliance alert is a specialist whose entire job is that one thing. This is how we keep accuracy guarantees real.
Formation specialists
Licensed to prepare and submit state filings. They review every order before it goes to the state.
Registered agents
Based in every state, they receive legal and state documents on your behalf and notify you the same day.
IRS Certifying Acceptance Agents
CAA-certified team members prepare and certify ITIN applications — so you don't mail original documents to the IRS.
Licensed bookkeepers
Reconcile accounts, categorize transactions, and prepare clean books for your tax professional every month.
Tax professionals
CPAs and enrolled agents who prepare federal and state returns and represent clients before the IRS when needed.
Customer success managers
Dedicated to accounts on our Kicker plan — one person who knows your business and answers directly.
Who is Kicker for?
Kicker is designed for founders who want to build a US business — whether you live in the United States or anywhere else in the world. Our customers include freelancers, e-commerce sellers, SaaS founders, real-estate investors, and agency owners from around the world.
Do I need to be a US citizen or resident to use Kicker?
No. Non-US founders are welcome and well-served. We handle every US-side requirement — formation, EIN, registered agent, and compliance filings — without you needing a US address, SSN, or in-person visit.
How is Kicker different from a traditional registered agent or law firm?
Traditional registered agents handle one piece of the puzzle. Law firms are expensive and siloed. Kicker combines formation, registered agent, bookkeeping, taxes, and banking into one platform with transparent pricing — so you're never juggling five vendors or chasing three different inboxes.
What does the 100% accuracy guarantee mean?
If any filing we prepare contains an error — a typo, wrong state code, or missed field — we correct it at no additional cost. If the error results in a state penalty, we cover that too. Our accuracy guarantee applies to all Kicker service fees; state filing fees paid directly to the government are non-refundable.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Kicker uses 256-bit SSL encryption for all data in transit and at rest. We never sell your personal information to third parties.
How long has Kicker been operating?
Kicker was founded in 2019 with a focus on making US business formation genuinely accessible to international founders. Since then we have helped founders launch businesses across all 50 states from around the world.
Ready to start your US business?
Trusted by founders worldwide. Formation, bookkeeping, taxes, and banking — all in one place, from anywhere in the world.
No hidden fees · 100% accuracy guarantee · 30-day money back · All 50 states