Stay Compliant & Confident
Built-in compliance tools that take the stress out of cottage food regulations. Focus on baking while we help you stay legal in all 50 states.
Cottage Food Laws Shouldn't Keep You Up at Night
Every state has different cottage food laws. We make compliance simple so you can focus on what you love.
😰 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 Compliance
- ✓Instant access to current state-specific laws
- ✓Confidence you're following all regulations
- ✓Auto-generated compliant labels
- ✓Automatic income tracking and alerts
- ✓Inspection-ready documentation
Built-in Compliance Tools
Everything you need to stay compliant with cottage food laws, built right into your website.
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
Moderate- •$50,000 annual limit
- •CFO certification required
- •Direct sales only
Texas
Simple- •$50,000 annual limit
- •No permit required
- •Farmers markets allowed
New York
Moderate- •$25,000 annual limit
- •20-hour course required
- •Online sales allowed
Florida
Complex- •No income limit
- •License required
- •Internet sales prohibited
Complete database of cottage food laws for all 50 states
Compliance Success Stories
Real cottage food entrepreneurs who use our compliance tools to stay legal and confident.
Sarah M.
Austin, TX Bakery
"The compliance tools saved me so much stress. I went from constantly worrying about breaking laws to being confident I'm doing everything right."
Mike R.
Denver, CO Preserves
"The automatic label generator is amazing. I used to spend hours making sure my labels were compliant - now it takes 2 minutes."
Jennifer L.
Miami, FL Confections
"Florida has complex cottage food laws, but the compliance dashboard made it simple. I passed my inspection with zero violations!"
Stop Worrying About Compliance
Get built-in compliance tools that take the stress out of cottage food regulations. Focus on growing your business, not legal worries.