Safeguard your company from fraudulent changes with the Protected Online Filing (PROOF) scheme. At Uniwide Formations, we can help you join PROOF and ensure that critical updates to your company details cannot be filed on paper by fraudsters. This simple step adds an essential layer of protection to your corporate records.
What is the PROOF Scheme?
The Protected Online Filing (PROOF) scheme is a security service provided by Companies House. Once a company is registered, certain filings can only be made online with the correct authentication code. This prevents criminals from submitting false paper forms, such as changing a company’s name or registered office address without consent.
Why Join the PROOF Scheme?
Corporate identity theft and false filings are unfortunately common in the UK. Fraudsters may attempt to:
- Change your registered office address.
- File false director appointments or resignations.
- Alter directors’ personal details.
- Submit a company name change.
By joining PROOF, such documents are automatically rejected if submitted in paper form, giving you peace of mind that only authorised online filings will be accepted.
Learn more about what the PROOF scheme is and how it protects your company.
Which Forms Are Covered?
The following filings are protected under PROOF:
- Appointment, resignation or change of details for directors, secretaries, or members.
- Change of registered office address.
- Change of company name by special resolution.
Note: Confirmation statements are not covered under the PROOF scheme.
Benefits of Joining PROOF
- Enhanced security – Protect your company from identity theft.
- Peace of mind – Prevent unauthorised paper filings.
- Free of charge – There is no cost to use the scheme.
- Simple process – Registration is quick when handled by Uniwide Formations.
How We Can Help
Instead of navigating the process yourself, Uniwide Formations can register your company with PROOF quickly and correctly, giving you full protection against unauthorised paper filings.
How to Order
- Existing customers: Log in to your account to order.
- New customers: Contact us with your company name and registration number. We will confirm the documents required and complete the registration for you.
Protect your company today
Joining PROOF is one of the easiest and most effective ways to secure your company records. Get in touch with Uniwide Formations and let us help you safeguard your business.