Searching for an SBSCH Alternative? Why e-PayDay FREEPAY® is your best choice.
- The e-PayDay Team
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If you’ve been using the ATO’s Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH), the clock is officially ticking. As part of the transition to Payday Super, the SBSCH will permanently close its doors on 1 July 2026.
For many small business owners, this feels like losing a reliable (and free) safety net. But there is a better way to stay compliant without breaking the bank.
The Important Dates
1 October 2025: New registrations for SBSCH closed.
30 June 2026: The absolute last day to make payments or download your records from the SBSCH.
1 July 2026: SBSCH is gone. All super must be paid on the same day as wages (Payday Super).
Why e-PayDay FREEPAY® is the Perfect SBSCH Alternative
Transitioning away from a government service can be daunting, but e-PayDay FREEPAY® was designed specifically to fill this gap for micro-businesses. It offers a genuinely perpetual free plan that isn't just a "trial"—it's a complete, Australian-supported solution that scales as you grow.
With the July 2026 deadline approaching, many small businesses are already setting up their free e-PayDay FREEPAY® account to automate their super and ensure they are Payday Super-ready.
Actually Free: Just like the SBSCH, FREEPAY is 100% free for employers with up to 3 employees. No monthly subscriptions, no hidden "per click" fees for super.
Payday Super Ready: You don't have to worry about the new "pay super when you pay wages" rule. The system calculates and reports it automatically during your pay run.
Direct Integration: No more manual data entry into an external portal. It’s a complete payroll solution that handles STP Phase 2 and SuperStream-compliant payments in one place.
Compliance Peace of Mind: Built by an Australian team with over 30 years of experience, it keeps you on the right side of both the ATO and Fair Work.
How to Make the Switch
Don't wait until June 2026 to scramble for an alternative. The ATO recommends making the January–March 2026 quarter your last one on the old system to ensure a smooth transition.
Sign up for e-PayDay FREEPAY® (No credit card required).
Download your history from the SBSCH before it's deleted.
Run your first pay cycle—super is handled as you go!
Pro Tip: Make sure to download your SBSCH transaction reports before July 1st. Once the portal closes, those records—which you need for audits—will be inaccessible!
Ready to leave the manual portal behind? Don't wait for the July 2026 deadline to scramble. Join thousands of micro-businesses already using e-PayDay FREEPAY® to automate their super and stay ATO-compliant for free.
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