Franklin

Franklin emerged as a response to the fragmented, often outdated systems that companies face when managing financial operations. Traditional payroll tools were not designed for hybrid teams working across borders or for organizations managing crypto assets. Recognizing this gap, the founders created Franklin—a platform that simplifies the way companies handle multi-currency payroll, vendor payments, invoicing, and more. Operating from Fort Mason, San Francisco, Franklin provides a modern and scalable approach tailored to today’s business needs.

At its core, Franklin bridges traditional and crypto finance, offering both USD and stablecoin payroll, along with onchain treasury tools for token distributions, grants, and off-ramping. It allows businesses to manage W2 employees, global contractors, and vendor payments in a single interface—making it a versatile tool for startups, DAOs, and global teams alike. Franklin supports automation of tax filings, expense management, healthcare deductions, and includes integrations with accounting platforms for seamless reporting.

Over the years, Franklin has earned the trust of high-growth companies across industries, including AI, Web3, and fintech, as reflected by testimonials from operators and founders. The company works closely with partners like Serotonin and Alchemy and has received attention for pioneering a new era of hybrid payroll systems. Competitors include platforms like Rippling, Deel, and Gusto, but Franklin stands out for its native support of crypto and advanced onchain automation.

As businesses increasingly demand agility in payments, compliance, and treasury management, Franklin is positioned at the forefront of the financial infrastructure revolution, offering a unique blend of modern UX, decentralized finance compatibility, and enterprise-grade reliability.

Franklin provides numerous benefits and features that make it a standout project in the financial operations space:

• Hybrid USD & Crypto Payroll: Manage W2, 1099, and global contractor payments in both USD and stablecoins from one platform.
• Global Contractor Support: Pay contractors around the world seamlessly with automated tax filings (W9/W8), compliance tools, and accounting integrations.
• Onchain Treasury Management: Distribute grants, tokens, and airdrops efficiently with compliant reporting and bulk onchain execution features.
• Accounting & HR Integrations: Built-in support for third-party integrations simplifies reconciliation and benefits tracking.
• Flexible Pricing Plans: Plans tailored to startups and scaling businesses, including free trials, contractor-only options, and premium payroll packages.
• Yield on Treasury: Newly introduced feature allows businesses to earn yield on idle stablecoin payroll funds.
• Security & Compliance: Regularly audited infrastructure and full regulatory compliance ensure data protection and peace of mind.
• Top-Tier Support: White-glove onboarding, expert consultation, and dedicated help center empower businesses to operate with confidence.

Franklin makes it easy to transition your business into the modern age of financial operations:

• Step 1 – Sign Up: Begin with a free 30-day trial directly from the Franklin website.
• Step 2 – Choose a Plan: Select the plan that fits your team—Starter, Premium, Contractors-Only, or Onchain Operations solutions.
• Step 3 – Set Up Your Team: Add W2 employees or global contractors. Customize your payment setup to include USD and/or stablecoins.
• Step 4 – Configure Payments: Integrate your bank or crypto wallet, configure payment cadence, and import any existing accounting systems.
• Step 5 – Automate & Operate: Run payroll, disburse grants or tokens, handle off-ramping, and manage invoices—all from one dashboard.