What documents are required to open an online store?

[Emma]

What specific registrations and legal documents, such as sales tax permits and privacy policies, are required to open an online store in the US?

[Mark]

To open a business in the US, you need the following things:

1. Describe your business structure, such as an LLC, sole proprietorship, or corporation.
2. Register your business with the Secretary of State with all the valid documents.
3. From the IRS, get your Employee Identification Number (EIN), which is required for tax purposes.
4. Submit all the legal papers,, like the privacy policy, terms of service, and return policy.
5. You may need licenses from the FDA or USDA in order to sell your goods.

So, these are some steps that you need to follow to open a store.