# How to determine your business type and structure

During account activation, users must provide information about their business, including business type and structure. If you filed documents to register your business with a government agency, your business type is likely a registered business. Otherwise, it's likely an unregistered business. Consult a professional for assistance if you're unsure.
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If you're not the business owner, ensure you consult with them to determine the correct business type and business structure.
If you're the business owner and unsure, consult the guidance below.
### If you filed documentation to register your business with a government agency
Your business type is likely to be a **registered business**, and your business structure depends on the specific documents you filed.
If you're unsure of your business structure, refer to the documents you filed to register your business, or consult your lawyer or tax professional.
If you have incorporated your legal entity and are a registered nonprofit or charity, your business type is likely to be a **nonprofit organization**.
### If you haven't filed paperwork to register as a business entity
Your business type is likely to be **individual** or **unregistered business**, and you won't need to select a business structure.