RAKETENSTART
RAKETENSTART is a digital platform that streamlines the legal and administrative processes for starting and managing a business in Germany, offering end-to-end support from incorporation to document management, legal consultation, and compliance.
About
RAKETENSTART, powered by Flamingo Innovations GmbH and based in Cologne, Germany, is a digital platform designed to make business formation and legal administration simple, fast, and paperless in Germany. It guides users step-by-step through company incorporation (GmbH, UG, and holding structures), manages all associated legal documentation, and provides tools for ongoing compliance and business management. With integrated digital notarization (including video calls), business banking setup, and access to legal templates, legal advice, and training via its Academy, RAKETENSTART makes starting and leading a business accessible even for those without prior legal expertise. The platform connects founders to partner lawyers, accountants, and business services, offering tailored packages suitable for solo founders, teams, and international entrepreneurs. RAKETENSTART has supported over 5000 companies and aims to be a founder’s digital legal co-pilot, delivering transparent pricing and expert support.
Products & Services
- Digital company incorporation (GmbH, UG, Holdings)
- Preparation of all required foundation documents
- Digital notarization (video calls or on site)
- Business bank account setup via integrated partner banks
- Management of all registrations with authorities (e.g., commercial register, tax ID, transparency register)
- Step-by-step digital guidance dashboard
- Legal explainer videos and e-learning via Academy
- Contract creation (50+ contract templates)
- Access to vetted lawyers for individual legal advice
- Support for restructuring (e.g., shareholder changes, company name changes, amendments, liquidations)
- Guidance on compliance, bookkeeping, insurance, funding, ESOP/VSOP, trademark registration, and more
- Specialized packages for founders (Solo and Team), including Founders Circle access
- Partner offers and special banking deals
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Fast and cost-effective company formation for solo entrepreneurs and teams
- International founders launching their business from abroad
- Digital shareholder changes, company name changes, and amendments
- Digital notary appointments for legal procedures, reducing time and paperwork
- Legal compliance management without prior legal expertise
- Efficient onboarding and legal education for new founders (via Academy)
Partnerships & Collaborations
- Integrated banking partnerships (e.g., Qonto) for fast business account opening
- Network of partner notaries across Germany for digital and on-site notarization
- Collaboration with legal and accounting experts for individual consulting
- Academy e-learning partners and legal template contributors
Awards & Recognition
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Contact Information
Certifications & Compliance
- GDPR-compliant processes