United States · IRS
Form W-9 — Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
Form W-9 is used to give your correct Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) to a person or business that must file an information return with the IRS, such as a client paying you as a freelancer or contractor.
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Filled entirely on your computer. Your SSN and personal details are never uploaded.
Who needs W-9?
Freelancers, independent contractors, vendors and landlords who are asked for their TIN by a payer. The completed form goes to the requester, not to the IRS.
How to fill it with DocsArc
- Open W-9 in the DocsArc workspace with one click above.
- Click any field and type — form fields are detected automatically, and you can add text anywhere.
- Sign it if needed: draw, type or upload your signature, with an automatic date line.
- Save or print. The finished PDF never left your computer.
Frequently asked questions
Do I send Form W-9 to the IRS?
No — you return it to the business or person who asked for it. They use it to prepare information returns such as Form 1099-NEC.
Is my SSN safe in this form?
A W-9 contains your SSN or EIN, so only share it with legitimate requesters. Filling it in DocsArc keeps the data on your own computer until you choose to send it.
Does a W-9 expire?
No, but you should submit a new one if your name, business name, address or TIN changes.
Always verify you have the current version: official IRS page
This U.S. federal form is in the public domain. DocsArc is an independent tool and is not affiliated with IRS.