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Section 16, Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G Filing Software
Efficiently file SEC ownership forms electronically with our secure financial reporting software. Whether you are a domestic issuer maintaining compliance or a Foreign Private Issuer (FPI) preparing for the new Section 16 mandate, our platform ensures you meet filing deadlines with confidence. Based upon your needs, choose to access just these SEC form types or the complete ActiveDisclosure platform.
Simplify Section 16 & Form 144 Reporting with ActiveDisclosure
Experience a smarter, faster way to manage SEC compliance.
Ensure Compliance
Comply with the new Form 144 SEC mandate for electronic submissions
Stay ahead of regulatory changes, enhancements, and updates—including the new Section 16 filing requirements for FPIs
Maintain historical data while reporting equity ownership and security changes
Optimise Costs
Access DFIN’s industry leading software with no hidden add-on fees
Manage Section 16 and Form 144 filings seamlessly within one platform
Drive Efficiencies
Create, test, and file directly with the SEC
Save time with auto-fill forms using issuer and filer data
Generate filings for multiple reporting owners (e.g. for Directors & Officers of FPIs) quickly and accurately
Maintain consistent footnotes across multiple forms
Expert Support 24/7/365
Navigate evolving regulations with access to DFIN’s SEC compliance experts
Leverage insights from the largest SEC filing agent for U.S. corporations
Meet Evolving SEC Filing Obligations for Directors and Officers of Foreign Private Issuers (FPIs) with Confidence
The regulatory landscape for SEC filers continues to evolve globally. Foreign Private Issuers (FPIs) face increasing reporting obligations under Section 16 alongside existing U.S. filing requirements. Whether you’re managing current SEC reporting or preparing for future changes, ActiveDisclosure offers a trusted, industry-leading solution. Our platform simplifies Section 16 and Form 144 filings, reduces compliance risk, and ensures timely, accurate submissions—helping both domestic and foreign issuers stay ahead with confidence.
Secure, self-service Section 16,
Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G
Gain access to these form types standalone or as part of the full ActiveDisclosure platform.
Report equity ownership & changes electronically and meet strict filing timelines and requirements.
New in 2026: Section 16 Reporting Obligations for Directors and Officers of Foreign Private Issuers (FPIs)
Simplify your beneficial ownership filings
Section 16
Manage Section 16 Forms 3, 4, and 5 with precision. Our software ensures domestic 10%+ beneficial owners and insiders maintain compliance, while fully equipping FPI directors and officers for their new mandates starting March 2026.
Section 16
Manage Section 16 Forms 3, 4, and 5 with precision. Our software ensures domestic 10%+ beneficial owners and insiders maintain compliance, while fully equipping FPI directors and officers for their new mandates starting March 2026.
Form 144
Comply with electronic filing requirements for the sale of restricted or control securities. Designed for affiliates of both US and non-US issuers, our ActiveDisclosure platform simplifies the disclosure of intended sales to the SEC. Seamlessly integrate these filings with your Section 16 data to ensure consistency and prevent reporting errors during high-volume trading windows.
Form 144
Comply with electronic filing requirements for the sale of restricted or control securities. Designed for affiliates of both US and non-US issuers, our ActiveDisclosure platform simplifies the disclosure of intended sales to the SEC. Seamlessly integrate these filings with your Section 16 data to ensure consistency and prevent reporting errors during high-volume trading windows.
Schedule 13D & G
Streamline reporting for investors who acquire more than 5% of a company’s equity. Our beneficial ownership software handles the complexity of these disclosures for global stakeholders. Ensure transparency with the market and timely EDGAR submissions, whether you are filing as a passive investor or an active shareholder in domestic or foreign securities.
Download the Schedule 13 D and Schedule 13 G filing templates to simplify your beneficial ownership reporting requirements and ensure timely submissions.
Schedule 13D & G
Streamline reporting for investors who acquire more than 5% of a company’s equity. Our beneficial ownership software handles the complexity of these disclosures for global stakeholders. Ensure transparency with the market and timely EDGAR submissions, whether you are filing as a passive investor or an active shareholder in domestic or foreign securities.
Download the Schedule 13 D and Schedule 13 G filing templates to simplify your beneficial ownership reporting requirements and ensure timely submissions.
ActiveDisclosure: End-to-End Solution for Digital SEC Filings
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Dedicated Support for FPIs
Section 16 & Form 144
Schedule 13D & 13G
Fortified Security
Streamlined UI/UX
Reduce Filing Risk
Dedicated Support for FPIs
- Rapid Onboarding: Streamlined services to bulk-register directors and officers for EDGAR access and CIK assignment via Form ID, plus initial Form 3 filings and related setup—all handled efficiently to ensure compliance from day one.
- SEC Expert Support: 24/7 access to experienced SEC filing specialists who help you meet strict timelines and navigate complex requirements—no matter your time zone or location.
- Flexible Self Filing Solution: Empower your team with intuitive tools for managing filings independently, while retaining the option for expert assistance whenever needed.
Section 16 & Form 144
- Create, test and live file with the SEC
- File for multiple reporting owners
- Footnote across multiple forms
- Auto-fill forms with saved data
- One-click previews before filing
Schedule 13D & 13G
Adhere to the latest Schedule 13D and 13G requirements and submit your EDGAR filings in machine-readable, structured data format (XML) with ActiveDisclosure to enhance visibility for investors.
Fortified Security
Secure SEC EDGAR filing built from the ground up for client security and data privacy with SOC 2 Type II audits. Protected by modern technologies for cybersecurity, anti-malware, encryption, firewall, MFA, SSO, and more.
Streamlined UI/UX
Streamlined UI/UX experience enables instant access to your projects, rapid task completion and low learning curve.
Reduce Filing Risk
DFIN ActiveDisclosure could helplower your legal exposure through features including:
- Internal controls aligned with SOX governance standards
- Full audit trail of every signature, change, and approval
- System reminders reduce missed deadlines
- Eliminates manual errors and filing inconsistencies
Client experience is at the core of everything we do
Client stories:
Cross River Bank saves time & money on private company reporting
WTW optimises SEC filing efficiencies & improves productivity
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Now Section 16, Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G are part of the ActiveDisclosure platform
Streamline your entire Section 16, Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G filing process. From preparing an IPO to quarterly and annual SEC filings, manage all requirements accurately and securely with our ActiveDisclosure SEC reporting software.
We have prepared our unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements included herein pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. have been condensed or omitted pursuant to these rules and regulations, although we have strong thoughts that the disclosures made are adequate to make the information not misleading. In our opinion, the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments.
We have prepared our unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements included herein pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. have been condensed or omitted pursuant to these rules and regulations, although we have strong thoughts that the disclosures made are adequate to make the information not misleading. In our opinion, the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments.
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