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SEC form types, explained
The SEC receives hundreds of form types, but a handful carry almost all of the signal. Each guide below explains one form in plain language — what it is, who files it, the deadline, and what to read first — and pairs the explanation with the live stream of real filings of that form, as they are accepted by EDGAR. Live data, free, no login.
| Form | What it is | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Form 8-K | 8-K | 4 business days after the event |
| Form 10-K | 10-K | 60–90 days after fiscal year-end, by filer size |
| Form 10-Q | 10-Q | 40–45 days after quarter end, by filer size |
| Form 4 | Form 4 | 2 business days after the transaction |
Looking for a form that isn't here yet? The live filing stream covers every type, and the 8-K item codes reference decodes the most event-driven one.