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Getting started

What is DOT compliance, exactly?
"DOT compliance" is the catchall for federal Department of Transportation requirements (mostly enforced by the FMCSA), state DOT requirements, and adjacent rules like CARB (CA emissions). It covers: keeping your operating authority current (MCS-150, UCR), tracking vehicle inspections, qualifying drivers (CDLs, medical cards, drug tests), and a long list of paperwork — most with calendar-driven deadlines and real fines for being late.
What if I don't know my DOT number?
Look it up at FMCSA's SAFER Company Snapshot — search by company name or MC number. We can also look it up during onboarding if you'd rather just give us your company name.
How fast can I get set up?
Most fleets are tracking the same day. Enter your DOT number, vehicles, and drivers (10–30 minutes for a small fleet), and we auto-populate the compliance items. No onboarding call required.

Compared to alternatives

Can someone do the filings for me?

Self-serve vs full-service.

  • dotreadynow.com: dashboard + reminders. You take action. $10/mo base plus $5 per driver and $10 per vehicle.
  • Filings done for you: To have the filings done for you, request a quote from our sister company, American Trans Data: americantransdata.com/contact.html
What about ELD / Hours of Service tracking?
We track that you're ELD compliant — we don't replace your ELD device or HOS recording. Continue using Samsara, Motive, Geotab, etc. for the actual logging; we track ELD-related deadlines and email you reminders ahead of them (annual recertifications, mandate changes).
Will you file my forms?
No — dotreadynow tells you what's due and reminds you. You file yourself (or via your existing agent). To have the filings done for you, request a quote from our sister company, American Trans Data: americantransdata.com/contact.html.

Coverage

Do you support all 50 states?
Federal rules: yes, fully. State rules: we currently cover California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Ohio, and Texas, and we add more regularly. If your state isn't covered yet, federal items are still tracked and we'll let you know during signup.
Do you support intrastate-only operations?
Yes. We'll tailor the compliance list to your operating profile (interstate vs intrastate, hazmat vs not, passenger vs property, etc.). Don't pay for tracking what doesn't apply to you.

Billing & trial

Is there a free trial?
Yes — 30 days, no credit card required. Cancel before day 30 without ever being charged.
How do I cancel?
From your account settings — self-serve, no retention call needed. Your data stays exportable for 30 days after cancellation.

Security & data

Is my data secure?
Yes. Your data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and stored on secure, US-based cloud infrastructure with automated backups. Detailed security documentation is available on request.
Who else can see my data?
Only the users you invite (and our support team, when you request help). We don't sell or share your fleet data. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Do you integrate with my TMS / accounting / ELD?
Not yet (we believe in being honest about that). Roadmap: Samsara, Motive, McLeod, ProTransport — first integrations land later in 2026. Tell us your stack at signup; we'll prioritize the most-asked-for.

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