How to Create Your First Paystub

How to Create Your First Paystub

A step-by-step guide to generating your first professional paystub with Paystub Studio.

February 1, 2026

Creating a paystub with Paystub Studio takes just a few minutes. Here's how to get started.

Before You Begin

Make sure you have the following information ready:

  • Company name and address
  • Employee name and address
  • Employee's last 4 digits of SSN
  • Pay rate (hourly or salary)
  • Hours worked (for hourly employees)

Your information is stored locally in your browser, so you won't need to re-enter it for future paystubs.

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Enter company information

Start by entering your company's name and full address. This appears at the top of the paystub.

2

Add employee details

Enter the employee's name, the last 4 digits of their SSN, and their home address.

3

Configure pay settings

Select whether the employee is hourly or salaried, enter their pay rate, and choose the pay frequency.

4

Enter pay period details

Set the pay period start and end dates. For hourly employees, enter regular and overtime hours.

5

Add deductions (optional)

Add any pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions or health insurance premiums.

6

Review and download

Preview your paystub, verify the calculations, and download the PDF.

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