Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PayStub Guru ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our pay stub generation service at paystubguru.com (the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use our Service to generate pay stubs, we collect the following information:

• Employer information (company name, address, phone, email)
• Employee information (name, employee ID, address, phone, email, social security number)
• Pay details (hours worked, rates, deductions, pay periods)
• Country and state/province information

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Usage patterns and preferences
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To generate and provide pay stub documents
• To improve and maintain our Service
• To provide customer support
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
• To comply with legal obligations
• To prevent fraud and ensure security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, user information may be transferred
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Service to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our Service

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
• Advertising Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with consent)

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Payment Processing

We use Stripe as our payment processor for premium features. When you make a payment:

• Your payment information is processed directly by Stripe and is not stored on our servers
• Stripe's privacy policy governs the handling of your payment data
• We receive only transaction confirmation and session details from Stripe
• Your credit card information is encrypted and secure

For more information about Stripe's privacy practices, visit stripe.com/privacy

10. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.