Free HR Software for Startups
You're building a company, not an HR department. Get the tools you need without the enterprise price tag.
Startups have a hundred priorities and HR admin isn't one of them. But even a 3-person team needs to track leave, process payroll, and store employee documents somewhere. SnapHRM gives you a proper HR system from day one — for free. Start with the free plan (up to 5 employees), and scale to paid plans as you grow. No contracts, no credit card, no per-employee pricing surprises.
The Challenge
Common HR problems at this stage of growth
Zero Budget for HR Tools
You're spending on product, marketing, and hiring. Paying ₹5,000+/month for HR software when you have 5 people makes no sense. You need something free that actually works.
No Time to Set Up Complex Systems
Enterprise HR tools take weeks to configure. You need something you can set up in 10 minutes and start using immediately.
You'll Outgrow Spreadsheets Fast
Google Sheets work for your first 2 hires. By the time you hit 5-10, you'll wish you had a proper system from the start. Start right, from day one.
What You Get with SnapHRM
All features included — no add-ons, no per-feature charges
Employee Database
Centralised employee records from hire to exit. Store personal details, documents, bank info, and employment history.
Payroll in One Click
Generate payroll for your entire team in a single click. Salary components, deductions, payslips — all handled. Free for up to 5 employees.
Leave Tracking
No more Slack messages asking "can I take tomorrow off?" Employees apply for leave, you approve in one click, balances update automatically.
Recruiting & ATS
Post job openings with shareable URLs. Collect applications, schedule interviews, and track candidates — without paying for a separate ATS.
Desktop & Mobile Apps
Access SnapHRM from your laptop (Windows/Mac) or phone (Android/iOS). Manage HR on the go — no browser required.
Self-Hosted Option
Need to host on your own servers? SnapHRM Pro is available as a one-time purchase with unlimited employees. No recurring fees.
Simple Pricing for Your Team Size
Free Plan
Free forever
or Free forever
Up to 5 employees (then from ₹499/mo)
- All features included
- Payroll with compliance
- Leave & attendance management
- Recruiting & ATS
- Desktop & mobile apps
No credit card required. View all plans →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Contact us or check our knowledge base.