Software Publishers
Software publishing. Establishments in this industry carry out operations necessary for producing and distributing computer software, such as designing, providing documentation, assisting in installation, and providing support services to software purchasers. These establishments may design, develop, and publish, or publish only. These establishments may publish and distribute software through subscriptions and/or downloads.
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What is SBA Size Standard?
The maximum annual revenue a business can have to qualify as a "small business" for federal contracting and SBA loan programs.
Example Companies
- ●Microsoft- Software
- ●Adobe- Software publisher
- ●Salesforce- Cloud software
This Code is NOT For...
NAICS 513210 does not cover the following activities. Use the correct code instead:
Providing hosting and infrastructure support to software publishers, generally on a contract or fee basis, including game server hosting providers
Designing custom software to meet the needs of specific users
Mass duplication of software without publishing
Operating Internet gaming sites without publishing
Operating online gambling sites
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Most businesses operate under several NAICS codes. Your primary code should reflect your main source of revenue. You can list secondary codes for other business activities when registering with government agencies or applying for contracts.
Choose the NAICS code that represents your largest revenue source as your primary code. You can add secondary codes for other activities. For example, a restaurant that also offers catering would use Full-Service Restaurants as the primary code and Caterers as a secondary code.
NAICS codes do not directly determine your tax obligations. However, certain tax credits, deductions, and industry-specific regulations may reference NAICS codes to determine eligibility. Your actual tax liability depends on your business structure and activities, not your classification code.
No. The NAICS code on your EIN application is for statistical purposes only. You can update it if your business activities change. The IRS uses this information for economic analysis, not for determining your tax treatment.
You can update your NAICS code when filing your next business tax return or by contacting the IRS. For government contracts, update your code in SAM.gov. There is no penalty for changing codes as your business evolves or if you selected the wrong code initially.