Starting a business also means learning how to protect yourself.
And not just from financial risks or competition: your personal data can be made public within just a few clicks after your company is registered.
Why is my personal information made public?
When you create a business in France, certain information must legally be published on public registries like:
Infogreffe
Pappers
Societe.com
These platforms automatically pull data from INPI, the commercial court registry, and other public databases.
This can include:
Your full name
Your home address (if you register your company at your residence)
Your date of birth
Other sensitive informationā¦
How can I limit the exposure of my data?
Here are our best practices to help protect your privacy:
1. Use a professional business address
Avoid using your personal home address!
Candosa offers virtual business domiciliation options from ā¬10/month, so only that address appears on public records.
2. Choose the right legal structure
Some statuses, like SASU or EURL, offer better protection than a micro-entreprise because youāre creating a separate legal entity.
3. Be careful with the documents you submit
Candosa reviews all documents to prevent accidental exposure of your private data.
We also work with registry offices to correct or remove public info when necessary.
Can Candosa help me stay private?
Yes, itās one of our top priorities.
We:
Never publish any personal data without your consent
Offer anonymized domiciliation solutions
Support you every step of the way to minimize the exposure of your sensitive information
Got a question? Chat with our team anytime, weāre here to help!