Get a high quality, updated employee handbook

Get a high quality, updated employee handbook

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The easiest way to get a free, editable employee handbook.

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Free basic handbook includes:
Updated content for all statesIncludes updated langage, policies and content. We update our content regularly to ensure you have the most up to date information.
All essential policiesSelect the polices that make the most sense for your company. We’ll include the policies that important as well as optional policies that you can choose from.
Download as word documentDownload your handbook as an editiable Word document or use Google Docs to edit your handbook.
State and city-specific policies
Spanish translation
Employee e-Signatures
Share live handbook link
Regular policy updates

Starter

Ideal for small teams operating in a single state, with up to 10 employees.

$179
One-Time PurchaseSubscription Optional
Select Starter
1 stateIdeal for businesses operating within a single state.
Up to 10 employeesPerfect for teams with up to 10 employees.
All essential policiesSelect the polices that make the most sense for your company. We'll include the policies that important as well as optional policies that you can choose from.
Download as word documentDownload your handbook as an editiable Word document or use Google Docs to edit your handbook.
State and city-specific policiesEach state and many municipalities have policies that are specific to employess in those locations.
Spanish translationTranslate your employee handbook into Spanish to enhance clarity and compliance for your Spanish-speaking team. Our built-in translation tool makes adding a tranlated version simple.
$179/year

Subscribe for added benefits:

Everything in one-time purchase, and:

Regular policy updatesState, federal and local policies change frequently. As policies change over time, you can keep your handbook up-to-date.
Employee e-signaturesCollect employee digital signatures on your handbook acknwoledgement. Digital signature collection makes compliance easy..
Share live handbook linkLive handbook link sharing lets you share a company-specific link to your handbook with your employees. When you make changes to your handbook, your employees instantly have instant access to the most current version.
Cancel anytimeCancel your subscription anytime, giving you complete control over your hanbook

Growth

Perfect for teams operating in 2-5 states, with up to 50 employees.

$369
One-Time PurchaseSubscription Optional
Select Growth
Up to 5 statesGreat for teams working across 2–5 states.
Up to 50 employeesPerfect for teams with up to 50 employees, with regularly updated content.
All essential policiesSelect the polices that make the most sense for your company. We'll include the policies that important as well as optional policies that you can choose from.
Download as word documentDownload your handbook as an editiable Word document or use Google Docs to edit your handbook.
State and city-specific policiesEach state and many municipalities have policies that are specific to employess in those locations.
Spanish translationTranslate your employee handbook into Spanish to enhance clarity and compliance for your Spanish-speaking team. Our built-in translation tool makes adding a tranlated version simple.
$369/year

Subscribe for added benefits:

Everything in one-time purchase, and:

Regular policy updatesState, federal and local policies change frequently. As policies change over time, you can keep your handbook up-to-date.
Employee e-signaturesCollect employee digital signatures on your handbook acknwoledgement. Digital signature collection makes compliance easy..
Share live handbook linkLive handbook link sharing lets you share a company-specific link to your handbook with your employees. When you make changes to your handbook, your employees instantly have instant access to the most current version.
Cancel anytimeCancel your subscription anytime, giving you complete control over your hanbook

Scale

Designed for full U.S coverage across all states with unlimited employees.

$659
One-Time PurchaseSubscription Optional
Select Scale
Unlimited statesWork easily across any state—no limits
Unlimited employeesDesigned for organizations of any size, with continuously updated content.
All essential policiesSelect the polices that make the most sense for your company. We'll include the policies that important as well as optional policies that you can choose from.
Download as word documentDownload your handbook as an editiable Word document or use Google Docs to edit your handbook.
State and city-specific policiesEach state and many municipalities have policies that are specific to employess in those locations.
Spanish translationTranslate your employee handbook into Spanish to enhance clarity and compliance for your Spanish-speaking team. Our built-in translation tool makes adding a tranlated version simple.
$659/year

Subscribe for added benefits:

Everything in one-time purchase, and:

Regular policy updatesState, federal and local policies change frequently. As policies change over time, you can keep your handbook up-to-date.
Employee e-signaturesCollect employee digital signatures on your handbook acknwoledgement. Digital signature collection makes compliance easy..
Share live handbook linkLive handbook link sharing lets you share a company-specific link to your handbook with your employees. When you make changes to your handbook, your employees instantly have instant access to the most current version.
Cancel anytimeCancel your subscription anytime, giving you complete control over your hanbook

Custom Handbook Update

We'll update your handbook with the latest federal, state, and local policies. You also get ongoing updates and powerful tools.

$899
Includes one year ofongoing updates + tools
Update your handbook
Custom Handbook Update includes:
Core federal, state and local policy updateIncludes updated federal, state and local policies.

We review your handbook and update or add core federal, state, and local policies.

A red-lined version of your handbook showing changes is providedWe’ll send you an updated version of your handbook that shows you the changes we’ve made.

We’ll send you an updated version of your handbook that shows you the changes we’ve made.

Ongoing updates for one yearOne year of ongoing updates to federal, state, and local policies is included. You can add these policies from your dashboard.

One year of ongoing updates to federal, state, and local policies is included. You can add these policies from your dashboard.

Live link sharing, translation, and other tooslYou get a live link to your handbook that you can share with employees, Spanish translation, and much more. Download your handbook as a Word document or PDF at any time.

You get a live link to your handbook that you can share with employees, Spanish translation, and much more. Download your handbook as a Word document or PDF at any time.

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Handbook Updates

Need to update your handbook?

We can do it for you. Our team of HR professionals will update core federal, state, and local policies for $899.

  • Federal, state, and local policies
  • We document all the changes made
  • We add a linked Table of Contents
  • Includes one year of ongoing updates
  • Electronic employee signature capture
  • Link sharing, language translations, tools, and more

You need state policies in your handbook.

State-specific polices are required for every state where you have employees. Each state has it's own required policies.


You need local policies in your handbook.

Many cities and counties have specific protections, benefits, and rules for employees in those locations.

FAQ

Frequently asked Questions

Everything you need to know about your new employee handbook.

We offer tiered pricing plans to fit your needs:

  • Free Handbook: A basic employee handbook that covers essential policies.
  • One-Time Purchase: Choose from Starter ($179), Growth ($369), or Scale ($659) plans. Each includes state and federal policies, which you can edit and customize. Pricing varies based on the number of states and employees you need to cover.
  • Annual Subscription: Starting at $179/year, this includes all features plus ongoing updates, additional tools, and support for multi-state compliance. Available in Starter, Growth, and Scale tiers.

If you already have an employee handbook and would like us to update the state and federal policies within it, we offer this service for $899.

You can edit your handbook using our built-in editor in your dashboard, or download it as a Word document or PDF. You’re never locked into our platform and can control the document in the way that makes sense for your company.

Federal, state, and local policies are subject to frequent changes. We offer ongoing updates for your handbook when you subscribe. Subscription pricing starts at $179/year and varies by plan tier (Starter, Growth, or Scale). The update process is straightforward and ensures your handbook stays compliant.

Yes. You can start with the free basic handbook and later choose to upgrade to a comprehensive one-time or subscription plan.

Handbooks can be exported in Word, PDF, and HTML formats, and are fully editable and brand-customizable. You can also use our built-in editor to make changes in your dashboard.

  • Ongoing updates as policies change
  • Updated content for all states where you have employees
  • Spanish translation
  • Employee signature capture
  • Live link sharing
  • Plus other great tools for compliance

Handbooks.io offers live chat, email support, and access to HR compliance experts.

The platform supports team collaboration. You can add multiple users, including advisors or department leads, to jointly edit and manage the handbook. You can also share a read-only link with your team so they always have access to the latest version.

No. The service delivers compliance tools and templates, but does not provide legal advice. If you’d like a recommendation for attorneys, we’re happy to help.

A specialized reseller/consultant tier features volume-based, tiered pricing depending on the number of client handbooks managed, with API access included.

You can purchase a new handbook (starting at $179 for one-time or $179/year for subscription) to use as a reference and copy relevant policies. Alternatively, we offer a $899 service where we update your handbook for you and provide both a red-lined and final version.

You can get started by creating a new handbook here.

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