Happy Learning
Happy HR — Cloud-based HR software that unites hiring, HR, payroll, e-learning, and benefits with expert support.
Happy HR is an Australia-focused, cloud-based HR management platform that unifies recruitment, HR compliance and management, rostering, payroll, learning, and employee benefits in one system. It offers free recruitment software, HR advisory support, mobile apps, integrations with leading payroll and accounting tools, and ISO 27001–compliant security.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001 (certified, third-party audits)
- PCI DSS Level 1 (payment pages/gateway; credit cards handled by EWAY, not stored in Happy HR)
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
Hosted on AWS Sydney (AU) region only; data is not held outside Australia. Incremental backups retained for previous 20 days.
Retention & deletion
The security page notes that incremental file-storage backups are retained for the previous 20 days.
Feature Scope
Core LMS and L&D capabilities: Security & privacy (platform‑level): Integrations (platform‑level): Other ecosystem features available in the broader Happy HR platform (HRIS): surveys, performance, WHS, employee app, rostering, payroll, etc., which can complement learning programs.
- AI Course Builder for rapid content creation; upload any content; extensive high-quality asset library; drag‑and‑drop editor for bespoke learning, onboarding, and compliance pathways (Learning Pathways)
- Australian Compliance Courses included
- Career Roadmaps and Skill Mapping to align development with role expectations
- Reporting & Analytics with comprehensive learning dashboards for progress, engagement, and gap analysis
- Quiz, Survey & Forms Generator to assess knowledge and gather feedback
- Workflows & Automation to streamline enrolments, reminders, and completions
- Events & Instructor‑Led Training scheduling/management
- Knowledge library/articles creation and management; categories and linking to learning (covered in onboarding modules)
- Digital badges and gamification are covered in the platform training, indicating engagement mechanics support
- ISO 27001 compliant; adheres to Australian privacy principles; access restricted to required personnel; confidentiality commitments
- Two‑factor authentication (2FA) available (source: homepage listing “Two-factor authentication (2FA) in Happy HR” article: https://www.happyhr.com/?utm_source=openai)
- Connectors with Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, Reckon, Deputy, Tanda, Cloud Payroll, Sage Intacct, Shiftcare, PaySync (API connector), and Zapier for workflow automation; integration mapping is part of Happy Learning onboarding
Pricing hints: Happy Learning is offered as an add‑on: One price, unlimited access at $4.00 + GST per employee per month (AUD). It also appears as “Add learning $4.00+GST” on Happy HR plan pages. Base HRIS plans have minimums (e.g., self‑guided plans list min 10 employees), so the learning add‑on may inherit base plan minimums. Sources: https://www.happyhr.com/happy-learning; https://www.happyhr.com/pricing
Security hints: Platform‑level: ISO 27001 compliant; follows Australian privacy principles; access limited to required personnel; confidentiality commitments. Two‑factor authentication (2FA) is available.
Compliance hints: Mentions ISO 27001 (information security). Provides Australian Compliance Courses within Happy Learning. References adherence to Australian privacy legislation principles. Sources: https://www.happyhr.com/happy-learning; https://www.happyhr.com/security; https://www.happyhr.com/?utm_source=openai
Implementation hints: Structured onboarding for Happy Learning with a consultant: Step 1 Discovery (3‑hour premium session to set objectives and map integrations), Step 2 Start Module (1‑hour on features, digital badges, gamification, admin, reporting), Step 3 Learning Module (course/pathway building, onboarding users, content, reporting), Step 4 Deep Dive (1‑hour on knowledge library/articles and linking to learning), Step 5 System Review (1‑hour review and optimisation). Broader Happy HR setup time is typically 3–5 hours for base HRIS. Sources: https://www.happyhr.com/happy-learning; https://www.happyhr.com/?utm_source=openai
Support hints: Channels: phone (15 minutes of phone‑based support per month included), Zoom support, virtual screen sharing, email (help@happyhr.com), regular training webinars, documented guides. Happy Learning+ offers paid content/services (e.g., knowledge articles, learning pathways/roadmaps at $200 + GST each; additional support $200 + GST per hour). Sources: https://www.happyhr.com/happy-learning; https://www.happyhr.com/?utm_source=openai
Integration hints: Integration mapping included in the Happy Learning discovery step. Platform integrations include Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, Reckon, Deputy, Tanda, Cloud Payroll, Sage Intacct, Shiftcare, PaySync (API connector), and Zapier for no‑code workflow automation. Sources: https://www.happyhr.com/product/; https://www.happyhr.com/happy-learning
Features at a Glance
Learning
- Course catalog
- Assignments
Talent
- Skills management
Analytics
- Dashboards
Data & API
- API
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Security & IT
- MFA
- RBAC
- Audit logs
- Data residency region
Core HR
- Workflows
- Document management
Compliance
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
Per employee
Happy HR add-on: “One price, unlimited access” at AUD 4.00 plus GST per employee per month.
Implementation
Support
Email (help@happyhr.com) · Phone (15 minutes per month included) · Zoom/virtual screen sharing · Webinars and documented guides
Time zones: Primarily Australia business hours (AEST/AEDT).
Additional paid support available via Happy Learning+ at $200 + GST per hour.
Integrations
Xero
PayrollPlatform Integration (Happy HR).
QuickBooks
OtherAccounting/Payroll; Platform Integration.
MYOB
PayrollPlatform Integration.
Reckon
OtherAccounting/Payroll; Platform Integration.
Deputy
OtherWorkforce Management/Time Tracking; Platform Integration.
Tanda
OtherWorkforce Management/Time Tracking; Platform Integration.
Cloud Payroll
PayrollPlatform Integration.
Sage Intacct
OtherERP/Accounting; Platform Integration.
Shiftcare
OtherShift/Care Management; Platform Integration.
PaySync
APIAPI Connector; Platform Integration.
Zapier
APINo-code workflow automation; platform integration.
