Business: Register for MyFTB

Specific instructions on how to register for a business representative MyFTB account.

Before you begin

MyFTB provides you with 24/7 online access to the income tax information of the business entity (corporation, limited liability company, or partnership) and online services. You must register and activate your account to access this service. To do this, you will need to provide:

  • Your full name
  • The account number of the business entity
  • Information from a California (CA) tax return filed for one of the past 5 tax years
  • Your mailing address, email address, and phone number

If the business has moved since the last tax return was filed, call us to update the business’s mailing address before you register for a MyFTB account, 800-852-5711.

Overview of MyFTB registration

Once you review and accept the terms and conditions for using MyFTB, you will be guided through the registration process.

  • This starts with creating an account profile.
  • You will then need to provide information about the business entity’s tax account so we can make sure we show you the correct information.
  • A Personal Identification Number (PIN) letter will then be mailed to you.
  • Once you complete the activation, you will have full access to your MyFTB account.

Steps to register for a business representative MyFTB account

Step 1: Start the registration process

Go to ftb.ca.gov/myftb and select Create an account or Register on the Access Your Account login page.

Step 2: Review and agree to the usage agreement

You must check the boxes to indicate that you have read and agree to the terms and conditions for access and use of MyFTB.

Step 3: Provide general registration information

  • Enter your first and last name as filed on your tax return.
  • Create a user name. It must be 4 to 17 characters and include only letters and numbers. No spaces or special characters allowed. Do not use your email address or identification (ID) number as your user name.
  • Enter your email address. It must be a unique email belonging to you that cannot be accessed by any other individual. We will send an email confirmation at the end of the process. We will also use this address to notify you when your account is accessed, or your password is about to expire.
  • Create a password. Your password must be 15 to 32 characters and include both upper- and lower-case letters, a number, and a special character. You cannot include common words such as "password” or more than 3 consecutive or repeating characters.

You will use your user name and password to complete the registration process and each subsequent time you log into MyFTB.

Step 4: Choose your role

There are three different MyFTB account types: Individual, Business Representative, and Tax Professional. To access a business entity’s income tax information, select Business Representative.

Step 5: Provide account information

  • Enter the numbers in the business entity’s mailing address and US ZIP Code.
    • If the address does not have numbers or is not in the U.S. select the appropriate checkbox.
    • If the business has moved since the last tax return was filed, call us to update the business’s mailing address before you register for a MyFTB account, 800-852-5711.
  • Enter the business entity’s account number (Business entity ID number help).
  • Select the year on a CA tax return filed for one of the last 5 tax years and enter the Tax form type used on that return. You will also need to enter the net income or loss reported on that return.
    • If you need assistance with your return information, contact us at 800-353-9032.

Step 6: Certify you are authorized to access this account

You must check the box to certify that you are an employee or representative authorized to access this account. Then select Submit.

Step 7: Provide phone number

MyFTB uses multi-factor authentication to help keep your account secure. You must provide a phone number that we can use to send you a text message or call you with a verification code. Indicate how you would like the code to be delivered.

Step 8: Enter verification code

Once you receive the verification code, enter it to continue the process. The verification code is valid for 5 minutes.

If you do not receive a call or text, select Send New Code.

Step 9: Activate your account with a PIN letter

We will mail you a letter containing a unique PIN to activate your account. You should receive the PIN letter within 5-7 business days via the United States Postal Service.

For your protection, we will not provide your PIN by phone, fax, or email.

You have 21 days from the date you register to enter your PIN to activate your account. If you do not, you will need to restart the process.

Step 9a: Start the activation process

Go to ftb.ca.gov/myftb and select Log in to my account. Using the user name and password you created when you registered for MyFTB.

Step 9b: Enter PIN

When prompted, enter your one-time use PIN from the letter you received in the mail. The PIN is only used to activate your MyFTB account; you will not need it again to login.

Step 9c: Complete activation

Select your preferred delivery method for your verification code.

Once you receive the verification code, enter it to continue the process. The verification code is valid for 5 minutes.

If you do not receive a call or text, select Send New Code.

You may select Remember me on this computer to skip the verification code step the next time you log in. Do not select this option on a shared or public computer.

Step 10: Access your account

You can now access your tax information using MyFTB.

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Last updated: 04/15/2026