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Ohio Business Entity Search

Ohio’s business register is kept by the Ohio Secretary of State. Here is its official search and how to use it.

We don’t search Ohio’s registry yet

To find a Ohio LLC or corporation, use the official search — it’s the authoritative record.

Open the official Ohio search

Ohio Secretary of State · businesssearch.ohiosos.gov

How to search it

  1. Open the official search and choose a search by business or entity name.
  2. Type a distinctive part of the name; leave out “LLC” or “Inc.” if nothing comes up.
  3. Open the matching record to see its status, filing history and registered agent, as far as the state publishes them.

You can still check companies on USACIP

USACIP searches companies registered with the SEC, nonprofits in IRS data, federal records, and the state registries we already cover.

The official Ohio record

Registry
Ohio Secretary of State
Official search
businesssearch.ohiosos.gov

State business searches generally show a company’s legal name, entity type, status, formation date and registered agent; some also list officers or managers. Exactly what Ohio publishes is on its official record.

Choosing a name for a new Ohio LLC?

See which similar names are already registered before you file.

Business name search →

FAQ

How do I look up a business in Ohio?

Use the official business search of the Ohio Secretary of State: https://businesssearch.ohiosos.gov/.

Does USACIP search Ohio companies?

Not Ohio’s registry yet. USACIP can still find companies through SEC filings, IRS nonprofit data and federal records. For Ohio filings, use the official Ohio Secretary of State search.

How do I check if a business name is available in Ohio?

Search the name on the official Ohio Secretary of State site first: a name already on file there is a sign it may be taken. The state makes the final decision when you file or reserve the name.

State facts on this page were checked on the official sources linked above on October 7, 2026. USACIP is not affiliated with the Ohio Secretary of State.

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