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Single Touch Payroll Software for Australian Businesses
ATO-Registered STP Phase 2 Compliant Payroll Reporting​
Automatically report wages, PAYG, STP Phase 2 and meet Payday Super obligations — every pay day. Process payroll efficiently and maintain compliance with confidence.
What is Single Touch Payroll (STP)?
If you’re running a business in Australia, understanding Single Touch Payroll (STP) and choosing the right STP software isn’t optional — it’s essential.​
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Single Touch Payroll (STP) is the Australian Taxation Office’s digital payroll reporting framework. It requires employers to electronically submit payroll information to the ATO each time employees are paid.
This reporting includes:
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Gross wages and salary amounts
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PAYG withholding
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Superannuation liabilities
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Allowances and deductions
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Employment basis classifications under STP Phase 2
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Instead of issuing annual payment summaries, employee income statements are updated automatically through myGov.
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STP reporting is mandatory for all Australian employers, regardless of business size. Using compliant Single Touch Payroll software ensures your reporting obligations are met accurately and on time.
Why You Need Single Touch Payroll Software
The ATO requires payroll information to be lodged digitally through STP-enabled software. Manual or paper-based submissions are not accepted for most businesses.
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Dedicated Single Touch Payroll software enables:​​
Automatic ATO Lodgement
Each time you post a pay run, payroll data is securely transmitted to the ATO.
STP Phase 2 Compliance
STP Phase 2 expanded payroll reporting requirements to include detailed income categories, allowances and employment conditions. Compliant software ensures your submissions meet current ATO standards.
Reduced Payroll Errors
Built-in PAYG tax tables and superannuation calculations reduce the risk of incorrect reporting.
Elimination of Annual Payment Summaries
Employees access their income statements through myGov, removing end-of-year paperwork obligations.
Integrated Payroll and Reporting
Payroll processing and compliance reporting occur within the same secure system.​
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Understanding STP Phase 2 Reporting Requirements
STP Phase 2 introduced more detailed payroll data reporting.
Employers must now provide:
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Disaggregated gross income types
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Detailed allowance categories
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Income stream classifications
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Child support deductions
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Employment basis (full-time, part-time, casual)
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Foreign employment income where applicable​
Using outdated payroll software may result in incomplete or rejected submissions. Ensure you use a payroll program that is continually developed to keep up with the never-ending stream of regulatory changes.
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e-PayDay FREEPAY® supports full STP Phase 2 reporting compliance, aligns with current ATO specifications, and is constantly updated.
How Our Single Touch Payroll Software Works
e-PayDay FREEPAY® streamlines both payroll processing and ATO reporting:
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Enter employee details into the system
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​Process your pay run
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​Superannuation Guarantee (SG) is calculated automatically for the pay period (supporting Payday Super workflows).
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Post the pay run
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An STP report is generated automatically
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The report is securely lodged with the ATO
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Submission confirmation is received
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Report and Pay Super with 'one click'
There is no separate reporting portal, and no duplicate data entry.
Payroll processing and STP lodgement occur together within one secure cloud-based system.
Built for Compliant Australian Payroll
e-PayDay FREEPAY® is a purpose-built solution to support Australian payroll compliance requirements.
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ATO-Registered STP Software
The system is approved for Single Touch Payroll reporting and securely transmits data to the ATO.
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Automatic PAYG and Superannuation Calculations
Up-to-date tax tables and super guarantee rates are built into the software and automatically maintained.
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Secure Cloud-Based Payroll
Payroll data is stored securely with encrypted transmission protocols for ATO reporting.
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Digital Payslips and Employee Access
Generate compliant payslips and provide employees with secure access to their payroll information.
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Payday Super Compliance (Built-In)
Payday Super changes how and when super is paid. e-PayDay FREEPAY® helps you stay compliant by calculating super during every pay run and supporting payday-based super processes as part of your normal payroll workflow.
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What you get:
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Superannuation Guarantee (SG) every pay run using current rates
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Clear super liabilities per employee, per pay period
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A payroll workflow particularly designed to support Payday Super requirements
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This is dedicated Single Touch Payroll software designed specifically for compliance — not general accounting software with payroll functionality added as an afterthought.
Single Touch Payroll Software for Small and Growing Businesses
STP reporting obligations apply to all employers, whether you employ one staff member or manage a larger workforce.
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e-PayDay FREEPAY® is suitable for:
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Sole traders with employees
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Family businesses
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Micro employers
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Startups
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Small and Medium Enterprises (SME)
The system is designed to simplify payroll administration while maintaining full compliance with Australian reporting requirements.
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With e-PayDay FREEPAY®, you can effortlessly adapt your subscription plan as your business thrives—no software changes required! Start for free and easily grow without pricey overheads.
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Compliance is not complicated (or expensive) when you are using the right payroll tools.
Benefits of Cloud-Based STP Payroll Software
Cloud-based Single Touch Payroll software provides important operational advantages:
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Automatic updates reflecting ATO rule changes
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Real-time STP submission confirmations
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Secure encrypted data storage
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Access from any location
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Reduced reliance on desktop software
As payroll legislation evolves, your system remains aligned with current regulatory standards.
Frequently Asked Questions About Single Touch Payroll Software
Is Single Touch Payroll mandatory in Australia?
Yes. All Australian employers must report payroll information to the ATO using STP-enabled software.
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Do I need STP software if I only have one employee?
Yes. Even businesses with a single employee are required to lodge STP reports each pay day.
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What is STP Phase 2?
STP Phase 2 expanded reporting requirements to include detailed income types, allowances, income streams and employment classifications.
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What happens if I fail to lodge STP reports?
Failure to report payroll information correctly or on time may result in ATO penalties.
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Does Single Touch Payroll replace BAS?
No. STP reporting complements BAS obligations but does not replace them.
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Do I need Payday Super with Single Touch Payroll?
Yes. e-PayDay FREEPAY® includes built-in support for Payday Super as part of your payroll process, alongside STP Phase 2 reporting and automated Superannuation Guarantee (SG) calculations.
Simple Single Touch Payroll Reporting
Single Touch Payroll reporting is mandatory, but managing compliance does not need to be complex.
With e-PayDay FREEPAY®, you receive:
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ATO-registered Single Touch Payroll software
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Full STP Phase 2 compliance
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Automatic payday reporting of Qualifying Earnings (QE)
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Secure cloud-based payroll processing
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Payroll software that scales from one employee to hundreds
If you require a reliable, compliant Single Touch Payroll program for your Australian business, e-PayDay FREEPAY® provides a secure and straightforward solution.
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Start STP payroll with confidence today.
Step 1
Fill out a simple form to sign up to begin your payroll journey, and keep your credit or debit card in your wallet.
Step 2
You will receive an email when your account is activated after verification, then you can sign in and start immediately.
Step 3
Three simple steps to begin, then add your employees, and you'll be ready to process your first pay run.