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Most customers go with #1 below. All templates include accurate tax calculations and instant download.

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Industry Standard pay stub template — full-page corporate layout

Industry Standard

Full-page corporate layout with overtime, holiday pay, and deposit slip. Widely accepted across all industries.

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Classic pay stub template — clean and simple

The Classic

Clean, simple design for small businesses and contractors

Popular with small biz
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Professional Detailed pay stub template with deposit slip

Corporate Detailed

Custom earnings, dual deductions, deposit slip & notes

Level 3 payroll grade
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Payroll-grade pay stubs with the same level of detail used by the big payroll companies.

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What Makes a Pay Stub Accurate — Not Just “Good Enough”

Every field is calculated to accounting standards — not estimated, not rounded, not copy-pasted.

Industry Standard pay stub template with annotated quality callouts EIN & Company Data HR-Standard Layout Auto-Calculated Taxes Accurate YTD Totals
Auto-Calculated FICA & State Taxes
Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and state-specific rates applied automatically. No manual math — no errors.
Accurate Year-to-Date Totals
YTD gross and net carry forward correctly across every stub in a series. Critical for tax filing and proof of income.
Dedicated EIN & Company Fields
Employer Identification Number, address, and company data in their own labeled fields — the way real payroll software formats it.
Standardized HR Formatting
Section headers, aligned columns, and consistent spacing match the format used by ADP, Gusto, and major payroll providers.

Zoom In — See the Difference Quality Makes

Blurry lines, misaligned columns, and sloppy formatting are red flags. Our output is crisp, aligned, and presentation-ready.

Typical Generator
Pay stub output from a typical generator
  • Blurry text and soft edges
  • Misaligned columns and rows
  • Inconsistent spacing throughout
Real Check Stubs
Crisp, perfectly aligned pay stub output from Real Check Stubs
  • Razor-sharp text at any zoom
  • Perfectly aligned columns
  • Consistent professional spacing
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Common Questions
Can I change my template later?
Yes. You can switch to a different template at any time before you download. Your info carries over automatically.
Which template is best for my situation?
The real employer formatting ensures all three options are widely accepted. If you're unsure, the Industry Standard is our most popular pick — it covers every detail and works for any industry.
Are the tax calculations accurate?
Yes. Every template uses the same calculation engine with up-to-date federal and state tax rates, including Social Security, Medicare, and state-specific deductions.