PayFit
Payfit — UK payroll that's powerful enough for experts, simple enough for anyone.
PayFit is a cloud-based payroll and HR platform for small and medium-sized businesses, helping teams automate payroll, stay compliant with local regulations (e.g., HMRC in the UK, DSN in France), and manage HR workflows like leave, expenses, and performance. The platform offers integrations and an open API, serves 20,000+ businesses, is ISO 27001 certified, and stores data in EU-based AWS data centers (France).
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001
Data & Hosting
Data residency
EU (France) on AWS; real-time data replication across two DB nodes and three S3 nodes in separate French data centres
Retention & deletion
Audit logs are retained for one year. After termination, client data may be deleted within 12 months unless retention is required by EU or UK law.
HMRC‑recognised payroll software; automatic regulatory updates; GDPR controls; DPO appointed; processing records maintained.
Feature Scope
Core payroll: automated payroll calculations; real-time payslip updates and previews; editable variable pay; automatic payslip generation and secure distribution; employee self-service portal; automated HMRC RTI submissions; automated pension submissions and eligibility assessments for major providers; variance/pay change reports; custom payroll journals (Premium); automated and managed P11Ds; post‑payday HMRC corrections; interactive payslips. Payments: one‑click bulk salary payments via Telleroo faster payments (add‑on). Reporting & accounting: hundreds of prebuilt/custom reports for HR and Finance; payroll journals compatible with Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and NetSuite; single source of truth for people and pay data. HR & workforce (higher plans): leave & absence management; employee onboarding/offboarding; document generation; electronic signatures (Yousign); org chart; performance reviews; 1:1s; peer reviews; engagement surveys; project and time tracking; expenses management (add‑on). Integrations & extensibility: Open API (available on Standard & Premium) with API keys for custom integrations; accounting sync; pensions providers; Telleroo payments; Yousign e‑signature. Security: ISO 27001 certified; encryption at rest and in transit (TLS/SSL with HSTS and PFS); optional 2FA (SMS) for users; strict access controls with logging; AWS hosting with network isolation; hourly backups and real‑time replication across three data centres in France; private bug bounty (HackerOne); device security policies and background checks; audit logs retained 1 year. Compliance: HMRC‑recognised payroll; automatic regulatory updates; GDPR/privacy controls; ISO 27001; Trust Center with security and compliance information. Support & onboarding: 24/7 virtual support via PayFit Copilot; help centre; supported onboarding and video training; access to payroll experts and live chat (Standard/Premium); dedicated CSM and QBRs for larger customers (over 25 employees on Premium).
Pricing hints: Tiered SaaS: per‑employee fee plus a monthly base fee. Light: £5 PEPM + £29 base; Standard: £6 PEPM + £59 base; Premium: £7 PEPM + £119 base. Add‑ons: Expenses £1 PEPM; Faster payments £25/month. Cancel anytime. Price scales with employee count and chosen plan. Currency: GBP. [payfit.com/en/pricing]
Security hints: ISO 27001 certified; encryption in transit and at rest; TLS/SSL with HSTS and perfect forward secrecy; optional 2FA (SMS); strict access controls and VPN with 2FA for internal access; AWS hosting in France with network segmentation; real‑time replication across 3 data centres; hourly backups; audit logs (1‑year retention); private bug bounty on HackerOne; device security policies and background checks.
Compliance hints: HMRC‑recognised payroll, automatic legislative updates; GDPR/Privacy Policy; ISO 27001 certification.
Implementation hints: Supported onboarding and video training included; migration & onboarding service positioned as a seamless transition; API keys can be created from the payroll dashboard once a customer
Support hints: 24/7 virtual support via AI assistant (PayFit Copilot); help centre; Standard/Premium: access to payroll experts and live chat; for >25 employees on Premium: dedicated CSM, QBRs, option to book calls.
Integration hints: Accounting: Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite (journal compatibility). Payments: Telleroo faster payments. E‑signature: Yousign. Pensions: submissions to major providers. Open API for custom integrations (Standard & Premium); create multiple API keys via dashboard. [payfit.com/en/pricing, payfit.com/blog/payfit-open-api, payfit.com/payroll]
- Prebuilt connections and syncs: accounting (Xero, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage), pension providers (incl. NEST), HMRC RTI submissions on your behalf; Faster Payments and Automated BACS for salaries. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
- Open API: build custom integrations, set granular sharing permissions, and sync the exact data you want; API docs available. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/fr/partenaires-et-integrations/; https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
- Example partner ecosystem (regional availability varies): accounting (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Odoo via connector), spend and banking (Qonto, Pleo), planning/time (Skello, Combo, Snapshift), performance (Leapsome, Elevo, Javelo), benefits and health (Swile, Alan, SideCare, Benefiz, Edenred, EGYM Wellpass), IT and identity ops (Fleet, rzilient), legal/admin (Kanoon), recruiting (Hunteed), storage/coffre-fort (GererMesAffaires.com), analytics/accounting (Pennylane), payments enablement (Telleroo for Faster Payments). Source: https://payfit.com/fr/partenaires-et-integrations/; https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
- Security: employee and employer portals, optional 2FA for users; data encrypted at rest and in backups; all transmissions via TLS/SSL with HSTS and perfect forward secrecy; staff access restricted via VPN protected by 2FA; backups across three data centres; SSL Labs grade “A”. Sources: https://payfit.com/data-protection-is-our-no1-priority/
- Compliance: HMRC-recognised submissions; GDPR commitments; ISO 27001 noted in Trust Center/footer. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/; footer links on pages above
- Languages supported (UI/site): English, French, Spanish (selector visible). Sources: page footers on https://payfit.com/ and https://payfit.com/integrations/
- Geographies typically served: UK (primary on this page), France, Spain (regional sites). Sources: https://payfit.com/; https://payfit.com/fr/partenaires-et-integrations/
- Data residency: Source: https://payfit.com/data-protection-is-our-no1-priority/
Pricing hints: PayFit overall pricing (UK): per-employee per-month with a monthly base fee. Light: £5/employee + £29/month; Standard: £6/employee + £59/month; Premium: £7/employee + £119/month (examples shown at 1 employee). Add-ons: Expense management £1/employee/month; Faster payments £25/month (Telleroo-enabled). Open API listed among features. No lock-in; cancel anytime. Currency: GBP. Sources: https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
Security hints: User portals with password protection and optional 2FA; data encrypted at rest and in backups; TLS/SSL for all transmissions with HSTS and perfect forward secrecy; staff access only via VPN with 2FA; SSL Labs grade “A”. Sources: https://payfit.com/data-protection-is-our-no1-priority/; ISO 27001 noted in site footer/Trust Center.
Compliance hints: HMRC-recognised payroll with automated RTI (FPS/EPS) submissions; GDPR/privacy policy referenced; ISO 27001 status/certification referenced in Trust Center/footer. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/; page footers.
Implementation hints: Emphasis on fast, seamless syncing and prebuilt integrations; Open API and documentation available to build custom integrations. Supported onboarding and video training included with plans; Migration & Onboarding service promoted site-wide. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/en/pricing/; site navigation: Migration & Onboarding.
Support hints: 24/7 virtual support (AI assistant), Help Centre; supported onboarding & video training. Standard/Premium include access to payroll experts and live chat; for larger customers: dedicated CSM, quarterly business reviews, ability to book calls. Sources: https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
Integration hints: Prebuilt syncs: accounting (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite); pensions (major providers incl. NEST real-time); payments (Faster Payments via Telleroo, Automated BACS); broad partner catalog in FR market (e.g., Qonto, Pleo, Skello, Combo, Swile, Alan, SideCare, Benefiz, Leapsome, Elevo, Javelo, Pennylane, Edenred, Odoo via Sodexis, Fleet, rzilient, Semana, Kercia, Hunteed, GererMesAffaires.com, EGYM Wellpass). Open API for custom integrations; API docs available. Regional availability varies. Sources: https://payfit.com/integrations/; https://payfit.com/fr/partenaires-et-integrations/; https://payfit.com/en/pricing/
- Performance campaigns: 3-click setup to choose review type, participants, and timelines; track responses and completion; central repository of past reviews for easy reference. • Review types: Annual reviews, development chats, end-of-probation sessions, exit interviews using pre-built templates. • 1:1s: Create recurring weekly check-ins in bulk, customizable templates, real-time comments and mood tracking, automated reminders. • Goal tracking: Employees enter goals, managers track progress in real time and link to performance reviews. • 360 feedback: Peer input collected via simple questionnaires. • Templates: Ready-to-use, customizable, written by in-house employment law experts to ensure compliance. • Access and mobility: Secure, private workspaces accessible only to involved parties; accessible on laptop and smartphone. • Security (platform-level): Password-protected portals for employees and employers, optional 2FA, encryption of data (including backups), backups across multiple data centres, TLS/SSL with HSTS and PFS, restricted employee access via VPN with 2FA; ISO 27001 noted; GDPR/privacy policies and Trust Center available. • Integrations: Native linkage with PayFit HR & payroll data; Open API for custom integrations; partner ecosystem including performance tools (e.g., Leapsome, Elevo, Javelo); accounting (Xero, Netsuite, QuickBooks, Sage), pensions, HMRC RTI, payments.
Pricing hints: Performance management (performance review campaigns, 1:1s, peer review) is included in the Premium plan in the UK: £7 per employee per month + £119 monthly subscription (example total £126 for 1 employee). Pricing scales with employee count; you can cancel anytime. Other plans do not include performance campaigns.
Security hints: Private access to review data for only involved parties (module-level). Platform security includes employee/employer portals with mandatory email+password, optional 2FA; data encryption (incl. backups); backups across multiple data centres; TLS/SSL with HSTS and perfect forward secrecy; internal access via VPN protected by 2FA; ISO 27001 noted on site; GDPR/privacy policies and Trust Center available.
Compliance hints: Templates for reviews written by in-house employment law experts (100% compliant for intended jurisdictions). Company references GDPR (Privacy Policy) and ISO 27001 on site; HMRC-recognised RTI submissions for payroll (platform-level).
Implementation hints: Emphasis on fast setup in the module (e.g., ~15 minutes to create a performance campaign; ~1 min 30 to set up a weekly 1:1). PayFit offers Migration & Onboarding services and supported onboarding with video training.
Support hints: 24/7 virtual support (incl. PayFit Copilot/AI assistant), help centre resources, supported onboarding & video training. Access to payroll experts and live chat on Standard and Premium; ability to book calls, and for companies >25 employees: quarterly business reviews and a dedicated Customer Success Manager.
Integration hints: Open API for custom integrations; accounting (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, Netsuite) via payroll journals; pensions submissions; HMRC RTI; payments (Faster Payments/Automated BACS). Performance-related partner integrations include Leapsome, Elevo, Javelo.
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Employee records
- Org chart
- Document management
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
- Workflows
Payroll
- Gross-to-net
- Payslips
- Tax/reporting
- Benefits/deductions
Time Tracking
- Timesheets
- Project time
Leave
- Leave policies
- Approvals
- Calendars/absence
Onboarding
- Onboarding checklists
- Tasks & owners
Offboarding
- Offboarding checklists
Performance
- Reviews
- 360 feedback
- Goals/OKRs
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- Data export
- API
Mobile
- Responsive UI
Administration
- Audit trail
Security & IT
- MFA
- RBAC
- Audit logs
- Data residency region
Compliance
- GDPR
- DPA available
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
Per employee
Prices scale with employee count and chosen plan. Open API available on Standard & Premium. For companies over 25 employees, pricing and success entitlements may be tailored. Source: payfit.com/en/pricing and ToS (Jan 2026).
Implementation
Support
Help center/knowledge base · Chat (Standard/Premium business hours) · Email/Ticket · 24/7 virtual assistant (PayFit Copilot) · Phone/Book-a-call (Premium; for larger customers >25 employees)
SLA: Service availability target 98.5% during Mon–Fri 07:00–19:00 GMT with planned maintenance communicated.
Access to payroll experts included on Standard & Premium.
Integrations
PayFit HR & Payroll (native)
OtherNative linkage with PayFit HR & payroll data
Leapsome
OtherPerformance tool (partner ecosystem)
Elevo
OtherPerformance tool (partner ecosystem)
Javelo
OtherPerformance tool (partner ecosystem)
Pensions submissions
OtherSupported via payroll (platform-level)
Faster Payments
OtherPayments (platform-level)
Automated BACS
OtherPayments (platform-level)
Yousign
E-signatureBatch e-signature sending and real-time tracking within PayFit
Xero
AccountingPayroll journals export/compatibility
Sage
AccountingPayroll journals export/compatibility
HMRC RTI
Payroll/GovernmentAutomated RTI submissions (UK payroll compliance)
Pension providers
PayrollPension submissions and auto-enrolment eligibility assessment (UK)
Open API
APICustom integrations; multiple API keys; encrypted data exchange; available on Standard & Premium
Slack
CommunicationListed partner integration.
Qonto
Spend managementListed partner integration (banking/spend).
Pleo
Spend managementListed partner integration (expense cards).
NetSuite
AccountingPayroll journals export/compatibility
Teamtailor
ATSListed partner integration.
Telleroo
PaymentsFaster payroll payments (add-on)
QuickBooks
AccountingPayroll journals export/compatibility
PayFit Payroll
PayrollNative real-time sync of approved leave to payroll and payslips within the PayFit suite.
Cobee by Pluxee
Benefits/PerksListed partner integration.
Spendesk
Spend managementListed partner integration.
