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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. Based upon your needs, choose to access just these SEC form types or the complete ActiveDisclosure platform.
Meet new electronic filing requirements with confidence
The SEC has created new rulings around the electronic submission of documents that were previously paper. Make the smooth transition with our Section 16, Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G reporting software that minimizes late filings and FINRA/SEC escalations.
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Form 144, and Schedule 13D & 13G
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Report equity ownership & changes to corporate securities electronically
What does the mandate mean for you?
Simplify your beneficial ownership filings
Section 16
Our Section 16 filing software helps you easily manage filing Section 16 forms 3, 4, and 5. Section 16 filings are required for certain insiders and decision-makers to report their holdings as well as any changes in ownership of the company's securities. Individuals subject to Section 16 reporting include directors, officers and beneficial owners of more than 10% of a company's stock.
Section 16
Our Section 16 filing software helps you easily manage filing Section 16 forms 3, 4, and 5. Section 16 filings are required for certain insiders and decision-makers to report their holdings as well as any changes in ownership of the company's securities. Individuals subject to Section 16 reporting include directors, officers and beneficial owners of more than 10% of a company's stock.
Form 144
Comply with the new electronic filing regulations of Form 144 with filing software from DFIN. Use AD to file Form 144 whenever affiliates plan to sell their restricted or control securities. These typically are acquired through private placements and other restricted means, meaning they are not registered for public resale. Filling out Form 144 is required for altering the SEC of an insider's intention to sell a large number of shares in a specific timeframe.
Form 144
Comply with the new electronic filing regulations of Form 144 with filing software from DFIN. Use AD to file Form 144 whenever affiliates plan to sell their restricted or control securities. These typically are acquired through private placements and other restricted means, meaning they are not registered for public resale. Filling out Form 144 is required for altering the SEC of an insider's intention to sell a large number of shares in a specific timeframe.
Schedule 13D & G
Streamline your Schedule 13D filing and 13G reporting process with our beneficial ownership reporting software. These are required for investors who acquire beneficial ownership of more than 5% of a company’s equity securities. These filings ensure transparency by disclosing significant ownership changes to the SEC and the market.
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 your Schedule 13D filing and 13G reporting process with our beneficial ownership reporting software. These are required for investors who acquire beneficial ownership of more than 5% of a company’s equity securities. These filings ensure transparency by disclosing significant ownership changes to the SEC and the market.
Download the Schedule 13 D and Schedule 13 G filing templates to simplify your beneficial ownership reporting requirements and ensure timely submissions.
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Section 16 & Form 144
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Schedule 13D & 13G
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Section 16 & Form 144
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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.
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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.
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