Pluxee Benefits Card
Pluxee — Employee benefits that make a difference in everyday life.
In Germany, Pluxee offers tax-advantaged and tax-free employee benefits such as non-cash benefits (Benefits Card), meal allowances (restaurant vouchers), wellness programs, company bike leasing (Pluxee Bike), multi-benefits, and an education card. Companies benefit from clear, legally compliant processes, HR/payroll integration (Pluxee Easy Load), and a large regional partner network with over 100,000 acceptance points (as of 2026). Pluxee operates in 28 countries and supports companies of all sizes in implementing and managing practical, everyday benefits.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
EU
Hosting
Data transfers in the HRIS integration are encrypted. Use of a certified integration platform (Kombo). Compliance with European data protection standards (GDPR) is mentioned.
Retention & deletion
Pluxee stores personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected and processed. When determining retention periods, Pluxee considers statutory retention obligations and limitation periods, among other factors.
Focus on German tax law: €50 exemption limit (non-cash benefits), €60 per personal occasion, the “additionality” requirement; accompanying white papers, FAQs, and guides. GDPR compliance mentioned in the context of HRIS integration.
Feature Scope
- Tax rules in Germany: Non-cash benefits up to €50/month are tax- and social security-free (exemption limit, no salary conversion); additional gifts up to €60 per occasion; white papers and FAQs provide guidance on proper application. • Usage & Acceptance: Card can be used like a debit card, PIN activation, contactless payment, and mobile wallet (Apple Pay/Google Pay); usable within the regional Pluxee acceptance network (regional assignment effective January 1, 2022; region can be changed in the user portal/app). • User experience: Pluxee app (iOS/Android) and online portal with balance and transaction overview, partner/merchant search, exclusive offers. • Employer administration: Corporate customer portal for top-ups, budget control, and card management; for small businesses (up to approx. 20 employees), online sign-up in the Pluxee Shop with automatic monthly top-ups and transparent pricing; onboarding materials for staff. • HRIS Integration (Pluxee Easy Load): Automated synchronization of employee master data and benefit assignments; detects hires/terminations and master data changes; supports Personio, HiBob, Factorial, BambooHR, Remote, and others; setup in approx. 30 minutes, no IT knowledge required. • Security (Integration): Encrypted data transfers; Integration via a certified platform (Kombo) with connections to >100 HRIS systems; compliance with European data protection standards (GDPR). • Compliance & Governance: Legally compliant structuring of the €50 non-cash benefit (exemption limit, additionality, documentation of occasions) with accompanying FAQs/guides; links to website policies (including data protection, Ethics Charter, Vulnerability Disclosure Policy). • Scalability: Modularly combinable with other Pluxee benefits (e.g., meal allowance, well-being, company bike leasing) and suitable for companies of any size.
Pricing hints: Models: • For up to approx. 20 employees: Online sign-up in the Pluxee Shop with transparent pricing, automatic monthly top-up • For larger companies: Custom quote/contract via Sales. Currency: EUR (German market). Benefit amounts: up to €50/month and up to €60/event (tax rules).
Security notes: Information on HRIS integration: • Encrypted data transmission • Use of a certified integration platform (Kombo) • Compliance with European data protection standards (GDPR).
Compliance notes: Focus on Germany: €50 exemption limit (non-cash benefit), €60 per personal occasion, additionality requirement. HRIS integration: GDPR-compliant, European standards.
Implementation hints: Introducing the Benefits Card: after setup and payroll check, just a few steps (invite employees, issue cards, start loading). Pluxee provides onboarding documents. Small businesses: immediate start via the Pluxee Shop. HRIS integration (Easy Load): Setup in approx. 30 minutes, field mapping in HRIS, no IT expertise required; followed by automatic synchronization and top-ups.
Support hints: Consulting and sales via contact forms/initial consultation; active corporate customer support (support team assists with integration, among other things). FAQ and help section available.
Integration notes: Pluxee Easy Load (HRIS): supports, among others, Personio, HiBob, Factorial, BambooHR, Remote; integration via Kombo (>100 HRIS connections). Features: secure data transfer, automatic synchronization (hires/terminations, master data), automated updates.
- Direct HRIS integration into the Pluxee company portal (setup in just a few clicks) • Ongoing, automatic synchronization of employee data and benefit assignments • Single source of truth: management of personnel data exclusively in the HR system; Pluxee automatically reflects changes • Automated ordering and loading of benefit cards without manual steps • Central consolidation of benefit data for a seamless HR workflow • Error reduction by eliminating CSV/Excel uploads and duplicate data entry • Scalability for teams with multiple locations and rotating staff • Supported HR systems (examples): Personio, HiBob, Factorial, BambooHR, Remote; Connection to >100 HRIS systems via the Kombo integration platform • Technical connection via a verified interface (Kombo) with encrypted data transmission; use of subdomain, client ID, and client secret for setup • Data protection and compliance with European standards (GDPR) • Easy setup without IT knowledge; field mapping directly in the portal • Continuous synchronization automatically detects new employees, departures, and master data changes.
Pricing hints: Sold via demo/sales.
Security hints: Encrypted data transmission; integration via a verified platform (Kombo). Reference to implementation in accordance with the highest security and compliance standards.
Compliance hints: GDPR-compliant; legally compliant processing according to European standards.
Implementation hints: Setup typically takes about 30 minutes; completed in 3 steps in the Pluxee company portal. Required: HR software subdomain, Client ID, Client Secret; simple field mapping; no IT knowledge required. After activation: automatic synchronization/data loading.
Support hints: Support team provides step-by-step guidance during setup; demo/contact options available.
Integration hints: Direct connection to HRIS via Kombo (>100 HR systems). Examples mentioned: Personio, HiBob, Factorial, BambooHR, Remote. Continuous synchronization of changes (hires/terminations, master data).
Features at a Glance
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Compliance
- GDPR
Security & IT
- Data residency region
Core HR
- Employee records
- Employee self-service
Pricing Model
On request
For small businesses with up to approximately 20 employees, the Pluxee Shop offers direct online sign-up with prices displayed in the shop. Larger companies receive an individual offer and contract through the sales team. The stated €50 per month and €60 per occasion are tax-related benefit limits, not fees.
Implementation
Easy Load without IT knowledge, field mapping in the HRIS; followed by automatic synchronization (hires/terminations, master data) and data uploads.
Support
Contact Form/Initial Consultation · Help/FAQ Section · Corporate Customer Support Team (Integration Assistance)
Time zones: CET/CEST
Active corporate customer support is mentioned.
Integrations
Google Pay
OtherMobile payments for employees (wallet support).
Personio
HRISSupported via Pluxee Easy Load (Kombo); automatic synchronization of employee master data and benefit assignments.
HiBob
HRISSupported via Pluxee Easy Load (Kombo).
Factorial
HRISSupported via Pluxee Easy Load (Kombo).
BambooHR
HRISSupported via Pluxee Easy Load (Combo).
Remote
HRISSupported via Pluxee Easy Load (Kombo).
Kombo
OtherA certified integration platform with over 100 HRIS connections; encrypted data transmission.
Apple Pay
OtherMobile payments for employees (wallet support).
Pluxee Easy Load
OtherOptional HR system integration with the Pluxee company portal for automatic synchronization of employee data and benefit assignments
Weitere HRIS (>100)
HRISBroad coverage via a combo integration platform.