This page sets out our Affiliate Disclosure and general Disclaimers for payrollsoftwareguide.com. We have written this clearly and specifically — not as boilerplate — because transparency about how we operate is core to our editorial standards.
1. Affiliate Disclosure
PayrollSoftwareGuide participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click certain links on this site and subsequently purchase a product or service, we may earn a commission or referral fee from the vendor — at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the vendor's website.
What this means in practice
- Some outbound links on this site — including links to payroll software products — are affiliate links
- We may earn a commission when you click and complete a qualifying purchase
- You pay the same price regardless of whether you use our affiliate link
- Affiliate links are used across reviews, comparisons, "best of" lists and guides
- This disclosure applies to the entire payrollsoftwareguide.com domain
What our affiliate relationships do NOT mean
- Vendors do not pay for favorable reviews or higher rankings
- Commission rates do not influence which platforms we recommend
- Platforms with affiliate programs are not ranked above those without
- We do not write reviews at vendors' request or under editorial direction from any vendor
- We do not accept payment for sponsored content disguised as editorial reviews
How commissions affect our content
Honestly: they pay for the time and cost of running this site. Affiliate revenue allows us to continue providing free, in-depth research. However, our editorial policy requires that any platform with documented problems — opaque pricing, exit fees, poor support, compliance gaps — is reviewed as such, regardless of whether we have an affiliate agreement with that platform or not.
We regularly review platforms we do not have affiliate agreements with (including platforms that do not offer affiliate programs) and rank them based on merit. A platform's absence from our affiliate list does not affect its ranking.
Editorial Independence
All reviews and comparisons published on PayrollSoftwareGuide are created independently, based on hands-on research, publicly available data and user feedback analysis. Affiliate relationships do not grant vendors any control over rankings, content structure or conclusions. We do not offer paid placements or "featured" rankings.
Current affiliate partners
We may maintain affiliate relationships with payroll software vendors including but not limited to: Gusto, OnPay, Rippling, ADP, Paychex, Patriot Payroll, QuickBooks and SurePayroll. This list is not exhaustive and may change. If you are unsure whether a specific link is an affiliate link, assume it may be — the FTC requires us to err on the side of disclosure, and we agree with that standard.
How We Evaluate Payroll Software
Our evaluations are based on a combination of factors, including pricing transparency, ease of use, payroll automation capabilities, compliance features, integrations, customer support quality and real user feedback from platforms like G2 and Capterra. We prioritize real-world usability over marketing claims.
2. Earnings Disclaimer
Cost savings, time reductions and ROI figures cited on this site (such as "manual payroll takes an average of 17 hours per month") are based on industry research, published studies or practitioner estimates. These are illustrations, not guarantees. Actual results will vary based on your business size, existing processes, employee count, payroll complexity and implementation quality.
We do not represent that any payroll platform will make your business compliant with all applicable employment laws. Tax law, payroll regulations and employment requirements vary by state, industry and business type. Always verify compliance requirements with a qualified professional.
3. Informational Disclaimer
All content on PayrollSoftwareGuide is published for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, professional advice of any kind.
Accuracy and currency
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that content is accurate and current at the time of publication. However, payroll software pricing, features, integrations and terms of service change frequently. We cannot guarantee that all information reflects the current state of any software product.
Every page on this site displays a "last updated" date. We recommend:
- Verifying current pricing directly on the vendor's website before purchasing
- Testing software through free trials before committing to a paid plan
- Checking user reviews on independent platforms (G2, Capterra, Trustpilot) alongside our reviews
4. No Professional Advice
Specifically, content on this site does not constitute:
- Legal advice — including advice on employment law, worker classification (employee vs. independent contractor), wage and hour compliance, or any other legal matter
- Tax advice — including advice on payroll tax obligations, tax filing deadlines, IRS deposit schedules or tax-efficient payroll structures
- Accounting or financial advice — including advice on bookkeeping methods, accounting software choices or financial planning
- HR advice — including advice on hiring, termination, benefits administration, ADA compliance or FMLA obligations
For guidance specific to your business, consult a licensed CPA, employment attorney, certified payroll professional (CPP) or other qualified professional in the relevant field. Payroll compliance errors can result in IRS penalties, state tax liability and legal exposure — professional guidance is not optional if compliance matters to your business.
Failure to comply with payroll and tax regulations can result in penalties, audits and legal liability. You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.
5. Third-Party Content and External Links
Links to third-party websites — including payroll software vendors, IRS resources, Department of Labor publications and other references — are provided for your convenience. We do not control third-party content and are not responsible for its accuracy, completeness or availability. The inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked site or its operators.
Advertisements displayed on this site through Google AdSense are served by Google's automated systems. We do not control the specific ads displayed and do not endorse the products or services advertised. Ad content is not a recommendation from PayrollSoftwareGuide. We do not influence which ads are displayed, and advertisers do not have any relationship with our editorial content.
6. Contact
Questions about our disclosures, affiliate relationships or editorial policies? Contact Loreto Barrionuevo directly:
We respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.
For transparency, we may request additional details before responding to certain inquiries related to partnerships, compliance or legal matters.
Some links on this site may be affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you click and purchase — at no extra cost to you. Learn more in our full Affiliate Disclosure.