As a business owner, it’s easy to overlook the small details when you’re focused on the bigger picture. However, some of these small details are legal requirements. One common oversight we see is the failure to display official company information on websites and other business materials.
This is not just best practice for transparency; it is a legal requirement under the Companies Act 2006. Ensuring these details are present and correct helps you stay compliant and builds trust with your customers.
What You Must Display: Limited Companies
If you operate as a limited company, you must display the following information on your business website (usually in the footer), emails, order forms, and business letters:
•Your full registered company name (ending in ‘Limited’ or ‘Ltd’)
•Your Company Registration Number (CRN)
•Your registered office address
•The part of the UK where your company is registered (e.g., England and Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland)
For VAT-Registered Businesses
If your business is registered for VAT (whether you are a limited company, a sole trader, or a partnership), you must also clearly display your VAT Registration Number on your website, invoices, and other business documents.
Where Does This Information Need to Be?
The rules apply to both digital and physical communications. You should have this information clearly visible on:
•Your business website(s)
•All business emails
•Business letters
•Order forms
•Invoices (which have their own specific set of detailed requirements)
Failing to display this information can lead to a fine, so it’s a simple but important detail to get right.
This guide is for information purposes only and was last updated in March 2026. For the most current information, always check the official GOV.UK website.