What is a pay stub?
A pay stub explains how gross earnings become net pay. It normally identifies the employer and worker, pay period, earnings, taxes, deductions, and take-home pay.
Who can use Pay Stub Pro?
Employers, authorized payroll representatives, contractors, and self-employed professionals may use the service to document legitimate compensation.
Does every state require pay stubs?
No. Requirements vary. Federal law generally requires covered employers to keep payroll records, while some states impose detailed wage-statement rules.
What is gross pay?
Gross pay is total earnings before taxes and other deductions.
What is net pay?
Net pay is the amount remaining after taxes and deductions are subtracted from gross pay.
What does YTD mean?
Year to date is the cumulative amount from the beginning of the payroll year through the current pay period.
Are online pay stubs legal?
Creating a pay stub for real, authorized payroll recordkeeping is generally lawful. False documents used to misrepresent employment, income, taxes, or identity may be illegal.
Is this legal or tax advice?
No. Consult a qualified payroll professional, accountant, attorney, or government agency about specific obligations.