Are LLCs Anonymous? A Complete Guide to LLC Privacy and Ownership Disclosure

When your online search history feels more public than your front porch, you know privacy’s gone premium, even in business.

That’s why many entrepreneurs, investors, and creators forming companies today aren’t just thinking about taxes and compliance; they’re also thinking about protection.

For founders, this protection often comes down to one big question: “Are LLCs anonymous?”

Whether it’s to avoid unwanted attention, protect personal safety, or keep competitors guessing about who’s behind a new project, business owners are increasingly exploring the concept of anonymous LLCs.

But does true anonymity exist in the legal and financial world?

Let’s unpack the facts: what an anonymous LLC really is, which states offer them, and how you can protect your identity while staying fully compliant with doola.

What Does “Anonymous LLC” Actually Mean?

An anonymous LLC (also called a “private LLC”) is a limited liability company whose owners, called members, are not publicly listed in the state’s business records.

That doesn’t mean the business operates in the shadows or avoids regulation. It simply means that while the state records and registers the LLC, the owners’ names are kept off the public-facing database.

It’s more like using privacy mode in your browser: your activity still exists, but not everyone can see it. However, it’s crucial to understand that anonymity doesn’t guarantee secrecy.

Anonymous LLCs must still:

• File required state documents

• Maintain a registered agent with a real address

• Pay applicable taxes and fees

• Disclose ownership to banks, the IRS, and tax authorities when necessary

In short: Anonymity protects your information from public view, not from legal oversight.

Are LLCs Anonymous in Every State?

Short answer: No. Most US states require that at least one member or manager’s name be publicly listed when forming an LLC.

However, a few states stand out for their privacy-friendly policies, where you can form an LLC without disclosing ownership details publicly. These are known as anonymous LLC states.

States That Allow Anonymous LLCs (as of 2025)

State	Anonymous LLC Allowed?	Notes
Delaware	✅ Yes	Owners’ names not listed in public filings.
Wyoming	✅ Yes	One of the most privacy-friendly states for LLCs.
New Mexico	✅ Yes	Offers full anonymity and low filing fees.
Nevada	✅ Yes	Privacy protection with strong asset protection laws.

In these states, you can appoint a registered agent who acts as your official point of contact. This allows you to keep your personal information off public business databases while maintaining compliance.

What Information About LLCs Is Publicly Available?

Forming an LLC does grant privacy, but it doesn’t make your business invisible.

Every US state maintains a publicly searchable database (usually via the Secretary of State’s website) that lists key details about registered businesses. These records exist to promote transparency, protect consumers, and help regulators verify that businesses are operating legally.

However, what exactly gets disclosed, and what stays private, depends on where you form your LLC. Let’s break it down.

The Purpose of Public LLC Records

Public business databases exist to create accountability. They help:

• Consumers verify that a business is legitimate before transacting.

• Suppliers and investors check a company’s standing before entering contracts.

• Regulators and law enforcement ensure compliance with anti-fraud and tax laws.

So, if a potential partner wants to confirm if a certain Blue Horizon Marketing LLC is an active company in Delaware, they can simply visit the Delaware Division of Corporations website, type in the company name, and view its status, filing date, and registered agent information, without knowing who actually owns it.

Information That’s Publicly Visible

Even in anonymous LLC states, certain core details are always made available. Here’s what you can expect anyone to see:

Information Type	What It Means	Example / Visibility in Public Records
LLC Name	The official legal name of your business.	“XYZ Marketing LLC” – visible in every state database.
Registered Agent Name & Address	The official contact responsible for receiving legal notices. This can be a professional service like doola’s registered agent instead of your personal address.	Example: doola Registered Agents LLC, 123 Main Street, Cheyenne, WY.
Business Address (Principal Office)	The official business address used for filings. You can use a virtual office or registered agent address for privacy.	Visible in most states; can be listed as a business mailing address rather than a home address.
Formation Date	The exact date your LLC was legally formed.	Example: Filed on March 12, 2025  (useful for verifying company age)
Entity Status	Indicates whether your LLC is active, inactive, or dissolved.	Example: Status: Active in Good Standing (important for vendor and bank verifications)

Using a formation and compliance expert like doola keeps your personal address off these records, protecting your home privacy while ensuring all official correspondence is handled securely.

Information That Stays Private (in Anonymous States)

Privacy-friendly states like Wyoming, New Mexico, Delaware, and Nevada take extra steps to shield owner details from public exposure. Here’s what typically remains private:

Information Type	Anonymous States	Non-Anonymous States
Owner / Member Names	❌ Not publicly listed	✅ Usually listed in formation documents
Manager Names (if applicable)	❌ Omitted/hidden (via registered agent)	✅ Often required for transparency
Personal Address or Contact Details	❌ Not disclosed	✅ May appear in filings if owners self-file without privacy protection
Email Addresses / Phone Numbers	❌ Not required for public record	✅ May be required during filing or for correspondence

Example: If you form Luna Ventures LLC in Wyoming, a public search will only show the registered agent’s name and office address. Your personal name, home address, or contact details will not appear anywhere.

Contrast that with California, where the Statement of Information requires member or manager names and business addresses, making them easily accessible in public records.

Who Does See the Real Owners

Even though the public doesn’t see who owns an anonymous LLC, certain authorities and institutions always know. This ensures the system isn’t abused for illegal activity.

Here’s who has legitimate access to ownership data:

Entity	Why They Need It	Example Scenario
Banks & Financial Institutions	To comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) & Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws before opening accounts.	When you open a US business bank account, you’ll need to provide your passport or government-issued ID to verify beneficial ownership.
The IRS (Internal Revenue Service)	For tax identification and compliance purposes.	When you apply for an EIN through doola, your ownership details are submitted to the IRS, but not made public.
State & Federal Regulators	For audits, legal investigations, or compliance checks.	If your LLC is under review for tax or legal reasons, agencies can request your ownership details from your filings or registered agent.

So, while anonymous LLCs protect you from public exposure, they don’t allow you to operate outside the law. Every legitimate anonymous LLC still leaves a confidential trail, just one that’s protected from public visibility.

Example: Public Record Search Snapshot

Let’s compare how a public search result might differ between a regular and an anonymous LLC:

Field	Regular LLC (California)	Anonymous LLC (Wyoming)
LLC name	✅ Visible	✅ Visible
Registered Agent	✅ Visible	✅ Visible
Member / Manager Name	✅ Visible	❌ Not visible
Business Address	✅ Visible	✅ Visible(Registered Agent Address)
Owner’s Home Address	✅ Visible(if self-filed)	❌ Not visible
Filing Date	✅ Visible	✅ Visible
Status	✅ Visible	✅ Visible

This comparison highlights why entrepreneurs seeking privacy often opt for Wyoming or New Mexico, where ownership details are hidden without sacrificing legal compliance.

Key Takeaway

Forming an LLC doesn’t mean disappearing from the map, but it does give you control over what information is visible and to whom. In short:

• Public sees: business basics (name, agent, formation date, status).

• Authorities see: full ownership details for tax and compliance.

• You control: how much of your identity appears in public records by choosing the right state and using the right formation partner.

And that’s exactly where doola helps. By acting as your registered agent and handling filings on your behalf, doola ensures your personal identity stays private, your business stays compliant, and your privacy stays protected, every step of the way.

Learn more about doola and see for yourself how we can transform your business.

How to Form an Anonymous LLC (Legally)

If privacy tops your priority list, forming an anonymous LLC can help you keep your identity out of public databases, while still running a fully legitimate business.

But remember: anonymity doesn’t mean invisibility. The process must comply with every federal and state law, especially around taxes and ownership verification.

Here’s a complete, step-by-step guide to forming an anonymous LLC the right way.

Step 1: Choose a Privacy-Friendly State

Your LLC’s privacy level depends heavily on where you form it. Only a few US states allow true anonymity, meaning the owners’ names aren’t listed in public databases.

The top four privacy-friendly states are:

• Wyoming: Offers complete anonymity; no public member/manager listing, low fees, and strong privacy laws.

• New Mexico: Allows anonymous ownership and has no annual reporting requirement, making it ideal for founders seeking long-term discretion.

• Delaware: Protects ownership privacy through nominee filings and doesn’t require member names in public records.

• Nevada: Similar to Delaware and Wyoming, with added confidentiality laws protecting ownership data.

Example: If you’re a digital creator in India launching a US-based LLC for your e-commerce brand, forming your company in Wyoming lets you operate legally while keeping your personal name off state websites.

⚡ doola Tip You can still run your business anywhere in the US, even if your LLC is formed in a privacy-friendly state. The location of formation determines your legal privacy, not your business’s physical operations.

Step 2: Appoint a Registered Agent

Every LLC, anonymous or not, needs a registered agent. This person or service acts as your company’s official contact for legal and state correspondence.

For anonymous LLCs, the registered agent is crucial because:

• Their address appears on public filings instead of yours.

• They receive state and legal documents on your behalf.

• They act as a privacy buffer between you and public records.

Example: If you’re forming Aurora Media LLC in Delaware, instead of listing your personal home address, your registered agent’s office becomes the official address. That means when someone searches your business online, they’ll only see:

“Registered Agent: XYZ Filing Services, Wilmington, DE.”

Your personal details stay private, and you remain fully compliant. And when you form through doola, you get access to registered agent services, meaning, your private address never appears in state records.

Step 3: File Formation Documents Through a Trusted Partner

This is where the real privacy protection happens. Filing directly with the state often requires you to enter personal details during the submission process. Instead, work with a trusted intermediary, like doola, who handles the formation on your behalf.

Here’s what happens behind the scenes:

• doola files your Articles of Organization using its information where permitted (like registered agent details).

• Your personal name, address, and contact details are never listed in public records.

• You receive all the state-approved documents (like your Certificate of Formation) securely and privately.

Example: When forming Atlas Holdings LLC in Nevada, for example, filing through doola means you won’t appear in any public record searches, but your LLC will still be 100% legitimate and verifiable.

doola also helps you get your Employer Identification Number (EIN) and create a US business bank account, both critical next steps after formation, all while keeping your privacy intact.

Step 4: Use a Business Address and Domain

Your business identity online matters as much as your filings. Many founders accidentally expose their privacy by linking personal contact details to their LLC.

Here’s how to maintain consistent privacy across your digital presence:

• Get a business mailbox or a virtual mailing address (never use your home address).

• Use a business email domain (e.g., hello@yourcompany.com), but register it through your LLC, not your personal name.

• Avoid linking your personal phone number to business listings or websites; use a business VoIP or Google Voice number instead.

Example: If a certain Luna Artistry LLC registers a Shopify store, using a separate business email (support@lunaartistry.com) and virtual address helps prevent personal details from appearing in WHOIS records or contact pages.

This not only enhances privacy, it also makes your brand look more professional and trustworthy.

⚡ Tip: doola’s formation package includes access to professional business address options, making it easy to separate your personal life from your LLC’s identity from day one.

Step 5: Stay Compliant

Anonymity doesn’t mean exemption. Once your anonymous LLC is up and running, you’ll need to stay compliant with all state and federal requirements to maintain both your business status and privacy.

That includes:

• Filing annual reports (depending on the state).

• Paying franchise taxes or renewal fees.

• Filing federal income tax returns with the IRS.

• Keeping accurate bookkeeping records (especially for business bank accounts and deductions).

Example: If an anonymous LLC misses its annual filing deadline, the state may mark it as inactive, and the registered agent could withdraw representation. Once that happens, your LLC’s anonymity and legal protection could both be at risk.

With doola, founders from over 175+ countries have already built anonymous LLCs safely and compliantly, and you can too.

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Benefits of an Anonymous LLC in 2025

Now you’d ask: why are so many new founders drawn to anonymous LLCs? 

For entrepreneurs launching new projects or expanding globally, anonymity adds a layer of security that supports focus and flexibility.

But privacy is only part of the picture; the benefits go deeper. Let’s unpack these advantages one by one.

1. Personal Safety: Protect Your Identity and Peace of Mind

In the digital age, business ownership can make your personal information surprisingly easy to find.

A quick search on a state’s business registry can reveal your name, address, and business details, data that scammers, competitors, or even disgruntled customers can misuse.

An anonymous LLC helps shield you from that kind of exposure. Here’s how:

Scenario	Without Anonymous LLC	With Anonymous LLC
A customer searches your LLC name	Finds your name and home address on state records.	Sees only your LLC name and registered agent’s address.
Competitor wants to identify your founder team	Can access public filings.	Hits a privacy wall; member details aren’t listed.
Spam marketers scrape state databases	Adds your info to mailing lists.	Registered agent absorbs public inquiries, not you.

Example: Let’s say you’re a wellness influencer launching Serenity Skincare LLC and want to keep your personal identity separate from your business persona. 

Forming your LLC in Wyoming or New Mexico ensures your name doesn’t appear in state filings, keeping your personal life private and protected from unwanted exposure.

2. Separation of Assets: Strengthen Liability Protection

Every LLC, anonymous or not, provides limited liability protection. This means, your personal assets (like your home, car, or savings) are legally separate from your business liabilities.

But here’s the advantage anonymity adds: it keeps the line between you and your company even clearer in the public eye and in potential legal scenarios. Here’s how it protects you:

Type of Exposure	Non-Anonymous LLC	Anonymous LLC
Public visibility of owner	The owner’s name is visible in filings, potentially inviting personal lawsuits.	Owner’s identity hidden; lawsuits must target the business entity, not the person.
Asset traceability	Easier to connect you personally to your business.	Difficult for individuals to link personal and business holdings.

This separation becomes particularly powerful when you own multiple businesses or properties. So let’s assume you own:

• Property A worth $400,000

• Property B worth $350,000

• Personal assets worth $250,000

Without anonymity, if Property A’s tenant sues and wins, lawyers can easily identify your ownership of Properties B and your personal assets, creating exposure across $1,000,000 total worth of assets.

With anonymous LLCs separating ownership, the liability risk is limited to Property A’s $400,000; a clear shield protecting your other holdings.

3. Reduced Spam and Unwanted Contact

When you file your LLC publicly with your name and address, you’re essentially publishing your contact information for anyone, from marketers to scammers, to find. 

Anonymous LLCs solve that problem. By using a registered agent’s name and address, all official notices, legal documents, and junk mail are sent to the agent instead of you. Your personal inbox and mailbox remain clean.

Example Scenario: Let’s say you’re forming Nova Digital Solutions LLC in Texas under your personal name. Within weeks, you might receive:

• Cold calls from business lenders

• Unsolicited mail from insurance companies

• Spam emails offering “exclusive incorporation packages”

Now imagine forming the same company through doola in Delaware, using doola’s registered agent address; all those unsolicited communications go to the agent’s office, not your home.

Founders who run home-based businesses or manage brands from personal spaces often find this especially valuable, as it preserves professional boundaries and personal privacy.

4. Strategic Advantage: Stealth and Competitive Flexibility

Not every entrepreneur wants to announce their new venture to the world before launch.

Anonymous LLCs are powerful tools for stealth-mode startups, investors, and innovators who need to protect intellectual property or market strategies.

Common Use Cases

✔️ Stealth Startups

A founder developing a new SaaS product can form an anonymous LLC to operate under a temporary name while finalizing branding, investors, and launch plans, avoiding early exposure to competitors.

✔️ Real Estate Investors

Investors often use anonymous LLCs to quietly acquire multiple properties without signaling market interest (which can drive up prices).

Example: If a certain Sunrise Holdings LLC is publicly linked to a well-known developer, sellers might raise prices. But an anonymous LLC hides ownership, maintaining fair negotiations.

✔️ Brand Diversification

Creators or business owners with multiple brands might want to separate ventures for credibility. Example: For instance, a popular gaming YouTuber could own an e-learning platform anonymously to avoid brand crossover.

In each of the above cases, you gain the ability to move strategically, on your terms, without premature public exposure.

5. Global Expansion Flexibility: Privacy Beyond Borders

For international founders, the benefits go even further.

Forming an anonymous LLC in the U.S. provides global credibility while maintaining personal security, a particularly valuable combination for entrepreneurs in countries with unstable political or economic climates.

Example: A founder based in India or South Africa can form a Wyoming LLC through doola to:

• Access US banking and payment platforms like Stripe and PayPal.

• Protect their identity in public US business databases.

• Operate globally with a US business presence while maintaining privacy at home.

This combination of anonymity + accessibility gives international founders both the trust of a US business and the security of private ownership.

Quick Recap: The Power of Anonymity

Benefit	How It Helps You	Ideal For
Privacy & Safety	Keeps your personal data off public records.	Influencers, high-profile founders, executives.
Asset Protection	Strengthens separation between personal and business holdings.	Real estate investors, serial entrepreneurs.
Spam Prevention	Shields you from marketing spam and solicitation.	Small business owners, remote founders.
Strategic Advantage	Lets you operate in stealth mode or diversify brands.	Startups, angel investors, brand creators.
Global Credibility	Enables cross-border operations with privacy.	Non-US founders expanding into US markets.

So, whether you’re building a stealth startup, protecting your personal assets, or scaling globally, anonymity gives you freedom without friction and privacy without compromise.

And when you form your LLC through doola, you get both worlds: privacy protection and total compliance, ensuring your business stays invisible where it matters and fully visible where it counts.

Risks and Legal Considerations of Anonymous LLCs in 2025

Before you actually form your LLC, it’s important to look beyond the privacy perks. Anonymous LLCs are powerful tools for protection, but not loopholes for hiding. You still need to play by federal, state, and financial rules. 

Let’s explore what that really means for founders.

1. Regulatory Compliance: Privacy ≠ Immunity

An anonymous LLC protects your name from public databases. It does not do so from regulators, tax authorities, or law enforcement.

You’ll still need to:

• File tax returns for your business (federal, state, or both depending on where you operate).

• Maintain accounting records and report income accurately.

• Comply with “Know Your Customer” (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws when dealing with financial institutions.

Example: If Nova Holdings LLC in Wyoming earns $200,000 in revenue, it must still file federal income tax returns (and state taxes if applicable), even though the owner’s name isn’t public. 

The IRS will know who owns the LLC, it’s just the general public who won’t.

Important: Failing to disclose income or ownership to the IRS or relevant authorities can lead to fines, audits, or even criminal charges.

Let’s quickly consider a few common use case scenarios and the obligations for LLCs:

Requirement	Applies to Anonymous LLCs?	Example Obligation
Business taxes	✅ Yes	File annual returns for LLC income.
KYC verification	✅ Yes	Required by banks, payment processors, and registered agents.
State annual reports	✅ Yes	File renewal forms and pay fees each year
Public owner listing	❌ No	Your name stays private in state records.

If you’re forming an anonymous LLC through doola, you still enjoy privacy while doola ensures your LLC stays fully compliant, from EIN registration to annual filings.

2. Banking Transparency: You Can’t Be Anonymous to Your Bank

While your LLC can remain anonymous to the public, banks operate under federal transparency laws. When you open a US business bank account, you’ll need to provide:

• Personal identification (passport, driver’s license, etc.)

• EIN (Employer Identification Number)

• LLC formation documents

• Proof of business address

This requirement is part of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Rule, which helps prevent financial crimes and money laundering.

Example: When a Wyoming anonymous LLC applies for a US bank account, the founder must still disclose beneficial ownership information directly to the bank, even though the state’s public database hides it.

Public vs. Private Disclosure

Information Type	Shared with State	Shared with Bank	Visible to Public
Business Name	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Owner Name	❌ No	✅ Yes	❌ No
EIN	✅ Yes(IRS)	✅ Yes	❌ No
Beneficial Ownership Details	❌ No	✅ Yes	❌ No

⚡ Takeaway: Anonymous LLCs protect your data from the public, not from compliance systems. You’ll always need to verify your identity privately when dealing with financial or governmental institutions.

3. Public Perception: Transparency Can Build (or Break) Trust

While anonymity safeguards privacy, it can sometimes create trust barriers, especially in industries that rely on credibility and transparency.

Industries Where Transparency Matters

Industry	Why Transparency Counts	Potential Impact of Anonymity
FinTech	Users trust verified operators handling sensitive data.	May appear suspicious or unregulated.
Healthcare	Compliance and ethical standards require visible accountability.	Patients may question legitimacy.
Consulting	Clients prefer knowing who’s behind advice or services.	Anonymity may deter corporate clients.

Example: If you want to attract enterprise healthcare clients, operating as an anonymous LLC could raise compliance red flags. In such cases, transparency builds credibility, not risk.

However, for real estate investors, e-commerce founders, or content creators, anonymity might strengthen their position by reducing exposure to harassment or competitive poaching.

Balance is key; use anonymity strategically where privacy benefits outweigh the perception cost.

4. Ongoing Filings and Maintenance: Privacy Isn’t “Set and Forget”

Anonymous LLCs still come with state-level reporting and renewal obligations. Missing one can jeopardize both your LLC’s good standing and your anonymity protection.

Different states have different filing timelines and fees. Here’s a quick reference:

State	Annual Filing Requirement	Filing Fee	Maintains Anonymity?
Wyoming	Annual report + franchise tax	$60	✅ Yes
New Mexico	Biennial report (every 2 years)	$0	✅ Yes
Delaware	Annual franchise tax	$300	✅ Yes
Nevada	Annual list + business license	~$350	✅ Yes

Example Scenario: Let’s say a a Wyoming anonymous LLC forgets to file its annual report by the deadline:

• The state can mark it as inactive or delinquent.

• Its registered agent could withdraw representation.

• Its anonymity could be partially compromised through compliance notices.

With doola’s compliance services, you never miss filing dates, ensuring your anonymity and LLC status remain intact year-round.

5. 2025 Regulatory Update: The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) introduced one of the most significant reporting reforms for US LLCs in recent years, and anonymous LLCs were right at the center of it.

What Happened?

• Initially, the CTA required all U.S. entities to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network).

• As of March 2025, the interim rule clarified that most domestic LLCs are exempt, while foreign-reporting entities (those formed by non-U.S. persons or operating abroad) remain subject to BOI reporting.

Current Landscape (2025 Onward)

LLC Type	BOI Reporting Required?	What You Must Report
Domestic LLC (US founder)	❌ Exempt (as of 2025 interim rule)	None, unless rules change again.
Foreign LLC (non-US founder)	✅ Required	Owner identity, date of birth, address, ID details.
Existing LLCs (pre-2025)	✅ May be required	Case-by-case review advised.

Example: If you’re a founder based in India forming an LLC in Delaware, you’ll likely need to file BOI with FinCEN, listing your ownership details privately, even if your name doesn’t appear in public state filings.

FinCEN penalties for non-compliance:

• $500 per day for late or missing filings.

• Up to $10,000 in fines and possible criminal liability for willful violations.

📌 Note: The CTA doesn’t cancel anonymity; it just ensures that federal authorities (not the public) know who ultimately controls a business. 

6. The Golden Rule: Privacy, Not Evasion

At its core, an anonymous LLC exists to protect, not conceal. It’s about removing your home address from public filings, not hiding from tax obligations or accountability.

When structured responsibly:

• You remain compliant with all legal and financial rules.

• You enjoy full privacy protection on public records.

• You build credibility and safety without crossing legal lines.

Quick Recap: Understanding the Boundaries

Risk/Area	What to Watch Out For	Mitigation Strategy
Regulatory Compliance	Failing to file taxes or disclosures.	Use doola’s bookkeeping and filing reminders.
Banking Verification	Must disclose ownership to banks.	Prepare ID and EIN in advance.
Public Perception	Can impact trust in sensitive industries.	Balance transparency and privacy strategically.
Missed Filings	Can void anonymity or good standing.	Automate filings through doola’s compliance service.
CTA Reporting	Applies to many foreign founders.	Submit BOI filings on time to avoid fines.

And always remember, the goal is privacy, not avoidance. An anonymous LLC keeps your details off the internet, not out of accountability.

How doola Helps You Form and Maintain an Anonymous LLC

At doola, we make privacy simple and compliance effortless; it’s built into everything we do.

Whether you’re a US founder or an international entrepreneur, doola helps you form your LLC in privacy-friendly states like Delaware, Wyoming, or New Mexico, without exposing your personal details.

When you partner with doola, you get:

• End-to-end LLC formation and EIN setup

• Registered agent services, so your private address stays private

• Seamless tax compliance and bookkeeping

• Expert support to help you maintain both privacy and peace of mind

With doola, you don’t just form a private company; you build a secure foundation for growth. From entity formation to compliance management, we help founders stay private, protected, and powerful every step of the way.

Sign up today to form your anonymous LLC with doola and own your business, your way.

FAQs

What is the difference between a regular LLC and an anonymous LLC?

A regular LLC lists the owner’s name in public records; an anonymous LLC keeps ownership details private through the use of registered agents and privacy-focused states.

Which states allow anonymous LLC formation in 2025?

Delaware, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Nevada currently allow anonymous LLC formation.

Can I open a US bank account with an anonymous LLC?

Yes, but you must still verify your identity with the bank as part of KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements.

Do I still have to pay taxes with an anonymous LLC?

Absolutely. Anonymous LLCs are not tax-exempt; they simply keep ownership information private.

Can an anonymous LLC be used for e-commerce businesses?

Yes. Many e-commerce entrepreneurs use anonymous LLCs for brand protection and privacy.

Is anonymity guaranteed forever?

No. Ownership can be revealed through court orders, investigations, or required legal disclosures.

How can doola help me protect my privacy when forming an LLC?

doola takes care of everything, from formation to EIN, tax setup, and registered agent services, ensuring your privacy is protected at every step.