Illinois Cottage Food Online Orders

Online Orders:Allowed

Online Orders

Allowed

Shipping

Allowed

Annual Limit

No annual limit

Permit Required

Yes

Illinois's cottage food law permits home bakers to accept orders online and collect payment before delivery. Customers can place orders through social media, email, or a website. Products must be delivered directly to the consumer in person — shipping through courier services is also permitted in Illinois.

You can:

  • Accept orders through social media, email, text, or a website
  • Collect payment online through Venmo, PayPal, or a storefront
  • Deliver directly to the customer's home or a public meeting spot
  • Ship products to customers anywhere in Illinois

Illinois allows online cottage food orders.

Create a free bakery storefront and start taking preorders from customers anywhere in Illinois.