Best free Single Touch Payroll software for small businesses with up to three employees.

We are thrilled to announce that we now offer free cloud-based Single Touch Payroll (STP) software for small businesses with up to three employees. We initially offered our e-PayDay FREEPAY® payroll plan to businesses with two employees, but due to our ongoing growth, we now provide it to more businesses at no cost. e-PayDay can effortlessly scale for organisations with hundreds of employees, as it utilises the same core product regardless of the number of employees.

We are excited to see our customers on paid plans growing daily, thanks to the constant incorporation of new features and functionality into e-PayDay FREEPAY®. We also appreciate receiving compliments about the support and assistance we provide. We understand that managing payroll can be challenging, but we're here to make it easier and more rewarding for you.

Are you tired of searching for free payroll only to discover you're looking at trial payroll software?

We are continually told about trying free payroll software only to discover it's a trial. Or, read that the payroll software is free, but then discover the limitations are so restrictive that it is unusable. Our e-PayDay FREEPAY® payroll only plan is 100% free for up to three employees. We also have plans that are suitable for larger employers.

Is the marketing claiming that payroll is easy and that with just a few "clicks", you're ready?

We all understand that the payroll requirements of the Australian Taxation Office and Fair Work are complex, but once you jump the first hurdle of setting up your payroll, many tasks become simple, repetitive processes depending on your specific needs. We help you get started by guiding you through those overwhelming and daunting feelings, leaving you relieved and ready to process your first pay run. It will take more than a few "clicks," but when we finish helping you, you will be able to process your first pay run. From then on, we will always be in the background, ready to assist when needed.

After using the payroll software you selected, have you found that you need additional features?

Payroll solutions are often marketed as simple but frequently lack many necessary functions. The requirements for managing payroll for one employee are just as crucial as when handling payroll for hundreds. With decades of experience developing payroll solutions, we understand there are no shortcuts, even for the smallest businesses. We are committed to continually updating our payroll software to incorporate features and functionalities that help you comply with the increasingly complex government regulations.

Don't be fooled by marketing statements like ATO or Fair Work approved, endorsed, accredited, certified, yadda, yadda, yadda!

We’re not going to make absurd claims of ATO or Fair Work “approved,” “compliant,” “endorsed,” "accredited", "certified", or “authorised,” as those are just marketing gimmicks. The government doesn’t endorse employment technology; instead, they require everyone to perform their tests, and if you pass, they whitelist (allowlist) products for commercial availability. Our e-PayDay Go® payroll plans are Australian Taxation Office (ATO) whitelisted and registered for Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 reporting without any exaggerated marketing claims.

And finding the support you were told is readily available takes days before you receive a response.

Simply request support within e-PayDay Go®, and one of our knowledgeable Australian-based team members will contact you on the same day. The FREEPAY plan includes 30 days of free, complimentary setup assistance and support. Remote desktop support is also provided, nearly the same as us sitting beside you and assisting with your queries in person. We endeavour to resolve your support request on the same working day, provided you contact us during our working hours. However, this may not be possible during certain times of the year, such as EOFY. In such cases, we will contact you and resolve your query on the next business day.

Experience a streamlined process for reporting and paying Payday Super contributions, ensuring efficiency and ease every step of the way at no cost.

e-PayDay partnered with SuperChoice, the leading Clearing House service in Australia, to offer Superannuation Contribution reporting and payment without any additional fees.

The announcement of Payday Super by Treasury (18/09/2024) has revealed that the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) will be retired in 2025. e-PayDay FREEPAY® supports Payday Super, including the Single Touch Payroll reporting of the Qualifying Earnings (OTE) and SG amounts. OTE and SG amounts have been STP reported by e-PayDay payroll products since 2017.

We are excited to confirm our ongoing partnership with SuperChoice, a strategic collaboration that enhances our ability to streamline the validation, reporting and payment of Superannuation Contributions on payday.

You can effortlessly pay your SG with e-PayDay FREEPAY® while processing your pay run. It's a seamless and convenient Payday Super solution!

Meet the Fair Work Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code effortlessly.

Starting January 1, 2025, employers who intentionally underpay their employees may face criminal prosecution under the wage theft laws established in 2023. The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) introduced the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code, designed to empower employers to understand their responsibilities and effectively reduce risks.

A small business employer's conduct will not be referred for potential criminal prosecution if Fair Work is satisfied that the employer complies with the Code and that an honest mistake has been made.

Free payroll software from e-PayDay helps ensure you can meet the requirements. It's an innovative and simple solution for protecting your business and supporting your employees.

Why do we provide free payroll software for small businesses with up to three employees?

We've been dedicated to offering no-cost and low-cost payroll software for over three decades and are deeply committed to assisting small businesses. The rollout of Single Touch Payroll presented an exciting opportunity for us to continue innovating and providing genuine support to small businesses, rather than simply seeking opportunistic industry trends. Recognising the financial burden of creating payroll software, we have always priced our products for long-term viability. Our goal is to support your business growth by helping you save money and avoid potential penalties by ensuring compliance with your government requirements. With your ongoing support, we look forward to expanding our business to better serve you and our other customers.

Great payroll software as advertised

All-rounder Payroll system. Easy to use and full of features. It supports STP and SuperStream. Payslips generation is accurate and efficient. Best of all, it is truly free for 3 or less employees. Highly recommended.

Date of experience: 20 August 2024

Employee self service made simple when using our free ClockMeIn® Single Touch Payroll mobile app.

The payroll process begins with precise time tracking, giving employees the tools to easily manage their paydays. This streamlines your workflow, ensures compliance with Fair Work obligations, and assists with accurate employee payments every time.

Some of the key benefits for Employees using the App:

• Clock in and out with ease

• Automatic GPS location tracking

• Access digital timesheets anytime

• View and download payslips instantly

• View Payday Super Contribution Payments

Streamline your payroll process from start to finish. Begin by tracking time, allowing your team to manage their pay while saving your time on HR enquiries.

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Our dedicated and hardworking team continually adds new features and functionality.

I can't express enough my pride and appreciation for our outstanding team. Their dedication and hard work are the driving forces behind reaching the milestones we've set. With their relentless efforts, we provide a robust payroll product offering incredible value in Australia and continually add new features and functionality. We don’t merely talk about agile practices in our payroll development; we fully embrace and implement them, driving innovation and efficiencies every day.

Sign up to start your payroll journey and keep your credit or debit card in your wallet.

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Brett Reed is the founder of e-PayDay Pty Ltd, an Australian payroll software company. He is a veteran in the Australian payroll industry, with a career focused on developing software solutions that address complex regulatory and compliance requirements. Brett maintains regular engagement with Australian Government agencies, concentrating on solutions that benefit both employers and employees in response to proposed legislation.

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