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Your free checklist for starting a UK business.
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Start by comparing the responsibilities of each structure.
Define what you deliver, what it costs and the next action.
Compare sole trader and limited company responsibilities before deciding.
Official guidanceCheck naming rules, existing names and a suitable domain.
Official guidanceFollow the registration, identity and tax steps for your chosen structure.
Official guidanceChoose appropriate banking, keep records and plan for tax and running costs.
Official guidanceCheck the licences, insurance, employment and data-protection requirements that apply to your work.
Official guidanceGive customers a clear way to enquire, book or buy. Decide who follows up.
Try the enquiry, booking, payment and confirmation steps. Track the first real customers.
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Registration and costs
The checklist is free. Registration, banking services, software and Klarnow implementation can have separate costs. Choose the structure that fits your circumstances.
Tide is one optional company-formation provider. Check its current price, eligibility and terms directly. Using Tide is not required to work with Klarnow.
Read Tide’s current formation termsSources and review date
Reviewed 16 October 2026 against GOV.UK business setup, sole-trader and limited-company guidance. The customer, offer, website and testing steps are Klarnow’s practical suggestions. Check current official guidance for your circumstances.
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