Standard Privacy Framework

    Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: March 29, 2026. This policy outlines our commitment to transparency and your total control over payroll data.

    Quick Jump

    1. Your Data, Your Infrastructure

    PayslipGen is a self-hosted software product. Unlike a SaaS (Software as a Service) model where your data is stored on our servers, PayslipGen is installed on your own hardware or private cloud instance.

    The Zero-Access Guarantee: We (the developers) do not have access to your server, your database, your employee records, or your configurations. Your sensitive payroll data never touches our systems.

    2. Regulatory Roles (Designed to Support Compliance)

    You are Usually the Data Controller

    As the purchaser and host of this software, you generally act as the Data Controller (or equivalent role) for your employee payroll data. You decide how data is collected, stored, retained, and used in your own environment.

    Processor Status Depends on Scenario

    In normal product usage, we do not host your payroll data. If you intentionally share data with us for support or debugging, limited processing may occur only for that support purpose. This page is informational and not legal advice.

    3. Third-Party Integrations & Data Transfer

    When you use the automated delivery features, your installation communicates directly with your chosen service provider via encrypted channels (TLS/SSL).

    Google SMTP / Gmail

    Sends via smtp.gmail.com. Subject to Google's Privacy Policy.

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    Amazon SES

    Sends via AWS infrastructure. Subject to AWS Privacy Notice.

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    Microsoft Outlook

    Sends via Office 365 SMTP. Subject to Microsoft's Privacy Statement.

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    Resend API

    Sends via Resend API. Subject to Resend's Privacy Policy.

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    Fourthwall Checkout

    Payments and file delivery are handled by Fourthwall at checkout.

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    4. Storage, Security & Retention

    Local SQLite Storage

    All payroll records and batch histories are stored in your local database.sqlite file. We strongly recommend encryption-at-rest (disk or volume encryption), strict file permissions, and encrypted backups.

    Administrator Responsibilities

    You must protect your admin credentials and master password. We recommend regular backups of the database file and generated PDF directory to prevent data loss.

    Designed to Support Compliance Across Jurisdictions

    PayslipGen is designed to support common privacy compliance workflows, but it does not automatically make your organization compliant. You remain responsible for legal review and implementation.

    European Union (GDPR)

    Designed to support GDPR workflows such as access, correction, deletion, and data minimization in your own environment.

    United Kingdom (UK GDPR)

    Designed to support UK GDPR and DPA 2018 obligations where data remains under your operational control.

    USA (CCPA/CPRA)

    Designed to support CCPA/CPRA operations including disclosure handling and deletion workflows under your own policies.

    Canada (PIPEDA)

    Designed to support PIPEDA-aligned controls such as access management, data stewardship, and retention governance.

    Singapore & SE Asia (PDPA)

    Designed to support PDPA-style obligations and local hosting preferences where required by your organization.

    Middle East (UAE & Saudi)

    Designed to support regional privacy programs, including localization and access-control strategies set by your team.

    Australia (APP)

    Designed to support APP-focused handling, including local governance for storage, access, and cross-border transfer decisions.

    India (DPDP Act 2023)

    Designed to support DPDP-style consent and purpose-limitation processes operated by your organization.

    China (PIPL)

    Designed to support PIPL-oriented local control and security governance subject to your legal obligations.

    Total Transparency

    We believe in your right to privacy. By using PayslipGen, you are choosing a more secure, more private way to handle your company's most sensitive data.

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