Is There Any Free Payroll Software?

15 Sep 2023
An Introduction to openHR
In the world of business, managing payroll is a critical task. It involves not just paying employees, but also tracking hours, calculating taxes, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. For many businesses, this process can be time-consuming and complex. But what if there was a solution that could simplify this process? What if there was a payroll software that was not only efficient and user-friendly, but also free?
Enter openHR, a free payroll software that is changing the game for businesses everywhere.

Why is openHR Free?
The reason openHR is free is simple: we use it ourselves. We were in search of an alternative to the existing payroll solutions on the market, but couldn’t find one that met our needs. So, we decided to create our own.
We believe in the power of sharing resources and tools, so we made openHR available for everyone at no cost. Our goal is to provide businesses with a tool that can simplify their payroll process without adding financial burden.

Features of openHR
openHR comes with a host of features designed to streamline your payroll process:
Unlimited Users: There’s no limit to the number of users who can access the system. This means you can have multiple team members managing payroll simultaneously.
Unlimited Employees: Whether you have 10 employees or 10,000, openHR can handle it. There’s no cap on the number of employees you can add to the system.
Unlimited Payslips: Generate as many payslips as you need without any additional cost.
Loan Advance Forms: Manage employee loans and advances directly within the system.
Unlimited Leave Applications: Track and manage employee leave applications with ease.
Unlimited Employee Warnings: Sometimes we need to guide employees on the correct path and have to issue an employee warning in line with your company’s disciplinary code, on openHR you can do that for free with three easy clicks.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a free, efficient, and user-friendly payroll solution, give openHR a try. It’s designed by a business for businesses, and best of all, it’s completely free.
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