Stay Compliant & Confident
Our cottage food websites are built to be compliant out of the box with most state laws. Advanced compliance tools are coming soon to make staying legal even easier.
Built for Compliance From Day One
Every state has different cottage food laws. Our websites are designed to meet most requirements automatically, with flexible editors to customize for unique state needs.
😰 Without Compliance Tools
- •Spending hours researching confusing state laws
- •Worrying about accidentally breaking regulations
- •Creating labels by guessing requirements
- •Manually tracking income limits
- •Fear of health department inspections
😌 With Cottage CMS
- ✓Website templates compliant with most state laws
- ✓Flexible editors for state-specific requirements
- ✓Professional appearance that builds trust
- ✓Easy content management for ongoing updates
- ✓Built-in contact forms and business info display
Advanced Compliance Tools Coming Soon
While our websites are already built for compliance, we're developing advanced tools to make staying legal even easier. Here's what's coming:
State Law Database
Complete database of cottage food laws for all 50 states, updated regularly
Key Benefits:
- •Current regulations for your state
- •Allowed and prohibited foods list
- •Income limits and restrictions
- •Labeling requirements by state
How It Works:
Enter your state and get instant access to current cottage food laws, restrictions, and requirements specific to your location.
Automatic Label Generator
Generate compliant food labels that meet your state's requirements
Key Benefits:
- •State-compliant label templates
- •Required allergen warnings
- •Proper cottage food disclaimers
- •Professional label designs
How It Works:
Input your product details, select your state, and we generate print-ready labels that meet all legal requirements.
Income Tracking Dashboard
Track your cottage food income to stay within legal limits
Key Benefits:
- •Real-time income monitoring
- •State limit alerts
- •Annual income reports
- •Tax-ready documentation
How It Works:
Log your sales and we automatically track your progress against your state's income limits, alerting you before you exceed them.
Compliance Checklist
Step-by-step checklists to ensure you're fully compliant
Key Benefits:
- •State-specific startup checklist
- •Ongoing compliance reminders
- •License renewal alerts
- •Record-keeping requirements
How It Works:
Get personalized checklists based on your state and business type, with automatic reminders for important deadlines.
Recipe Documentation
Maintain proper records of ingredients and processes
Key Benefits:
- •Ingredient tracking
- •Allergen identification
- •Process documentation
- •Supplier records
How It Works:
Document your recipes with our template system that captures all required information for cottage food compliance.
Inspection Preparation
Tools and guides to prepare for cottage food inspections
Key Benefits:
- •Inspection checklists
- •Common violation guidance
- •Documentation organization
- •Inspector communication tips
How It Works:
Access state-specific inspection guides and organize all required documentation in one place for easy inspector access.
We Know the Laws in All 50 States
Cottage food laws vary dramatically by state. Here are just a few examples of how complex it can get.
California
Permissive- •Class A: $80,475 / Class B: $160,950
- •Two-class system
- •Online sales allowed
Texas
Permissive- •$150,000 limit (Sept 2025)
- •No permit required
- •Wholesale allowed soon
New York
Permissive- •No income limit
- •Free registration only
- •Can sell wholesale
Florida
Permissive- •$250,000 limit
- •No license required
- •Direct sales only
Complete database of cottage food laws for all 50 states
Start with a Compliant Foundation
Our cottage food website templates are built to meet most state requirements out of the box. Get online quickly with confidence, and look forward to advanced compliance tools coming soon.