Requesting a W-9 Form From Exact Hosting

If you need to confirm Exact Hosting's taxpayer information for your accounting or vendor records, you can request a completed IRS Form W-9 from our support team. This article explains what a W-9 is, when one is required, and how to get a copy of Exact Hosting's W-9.

About the W-9 form

Form W-9 is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) form used to verify and certify that you are working with a legitimate business that is paying its taxes. U.S. businesses often request a W-9 from their vendors so they can correctly issue year-end tax forms such as Form 1099.

A standard W-9 includes:

• The vendor's business name (or personal name if a sole proprietor).
• The type of business entity.
• The business Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Social Security Number.
• A signature certifying the information.

Common questions

When is a W-9 required?

W-9s are typically required only for business-to-business relationships where more than $600 is paid to a vendor in a calendar year. The $600 rule applies to payments for labor and services. For direct sales of products, a W-9 is generally required when total purchases exceed $5,000 in a calendar year.

How do I get a copy of Exact Hosting's W-9?

Contact the Exact Hosting support team and request a completed W-9. Include the name and mailing address of the business that needs the form so we can send it to the correct recipient.

Does Exact Hosting issue W-9s for non-U.S. businesses?

The W-9 is a U.S. tax form. If you are based outside the United States and need tax documentation from Exact Hosting, contact support to discuss the right form for your jurisdiction.

Next steps

• Submit a W-9 request. Email the Exact Hosting support team with your company name and the address where the completed W-9 should be sent.
• Review your other Exact Hosting tax documents. If you operate in the EU or Canada, see the VAT and GST/HST FAQs for jurisdiction-specific tax information.

Questions? Contact Exact Hosting Support.