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Verify your business for Squarespace Payments by matching your information exactly with IRS documents like Letter 147C or SS-4. Ensure your business type is correct, allow time for new EINs or TINs to appear, and seek professional help if issues arise.
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How to Verify Your Business for Squarespace Payments
TL;DR: Key Points
- The verification process changes based on your business type and location
- Use IRS documents like Letter 147C or SS-4 for accurate business info
- Make sure all information matches exactly with IRS documents
- Give new EINs or TINs time to show up in IRS systems
- Contact the IRS or a tax advisor if you hit problems
Understanding the Verification Process
When you set up Squarespace Payments, you'll go through a verification stage that depends on your business type (LLCs, partnerships, corporations) and where you're based. This part of the setup matters because you'll need to enter specific information about your business and how it connects to you personally.
Know Your Business Type
Squarespace recognises these business types during verification:
- Single-member LLC
- Multi-member LLC
- Private partnership
- Sole proprietorship
- Private Corporation
- Nonprofit
Not sure which category fits your business? Talk to a tax advisor to avoid getting this wrong.
Finding and Entering Your Business Information
You'll need specific IRS documents to get your business information right. The two main documents are Letter 147C and the SS-4 confirmation letter. You can request these from the IRS by calling their Business Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933.
Here's the important bit: your entries must match these documents exactly. Every punctuation mark, every capital letter needs to be identical.
Examples to Make This Clear
- If your business name on Letter 147C shows "ACME INC," type it exactly like that
- For an SS-4 letter showing "ACME LLC THERESA LOPEZ-FITZGERALD SOLE MBR," copy this format exactly into your Squarespace setup
Timing Issues with New EINs and TINs
New EINs or TINs don't show up in IRS records straight away. It usually takes up to two weeks. If you run into problems during this period, try verifying your business information again after two weeks. If errors continue, upload a copy of your SS-4 or Letter 147C.
Pixelhaze Tip
Always double-check that the business type you selected during your initial Squarespace Payments setup matches your actual IRS documentation. This simple check prevents most common verification problems.
FAQs
What IRS documents do I need for verifying my business on Squarespace?
Use Letter 147C or the SS-4 confirmation letter to make sure your business details match official records.
How can I find my business's EIN or TIN if I've lost it?
Call the IRS Business Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933 to locate your EIN or TIN.
What if Squarespace asks for an EIN or TIN but I don't have one?
You probably selected the wrong business type. Contact Squarespace Customer Support for help adjusting your business classification.
Jargon Buster
EIN: Employer Identification Number. A unique number the IRS gives to identify your business.
TIN: Taxpayer Identification Number. Used by the IRS for managing tax laws.
IRS: Internal Revenue Service. The US government agency that handles tax collection and enforcement.
Getting This Right
Verifying your business for Squarespace Payments needs attention to detail. You need to understand your business category and input information that matches your IRS documents exactly. Always use official IRS documents as your reference, make sure your entries are perfect matches, and give the IRS enough time to update their records.
If you keep hitting problems or feel uncertain about anything, get professional help. This approach will make your payment setup much smoother and prevent headaches later.