BrightPay auto renewal FAQs
Your 2027 BrightPay renewal is with BrightPay Cloud
What's changing, what stays the same, and the dates that matter for your subscription.
What this means for you
Your annual BrightPay subscription renews shortly. From 1st January 2027, BrightPay will only be available in the cloud, so your subscription will renew as BrightPay Cloud.
What stays the same
BrightPay Cloud has all the core features you already use in BrightPay Desktop.
What's new
Access BrightPay from anywhere (with an internet connection), plus automatic updates and securely hosted data.
What you need to do
Nothing, if you're happy to continue. Your subscription renews automatically on 1st January 2027.
Our recommendation
Move to BrightPay Cloud now. You can use it at no cost until 31st December 2026, so you're set up well before year end.
If you'd prefer not to continue, please cancel by 4th December 2026, in line with our Terms and Conditions.
Key dates
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BrightPay Cloud
Our company already has a BrightPay Cloud subscription. What should I do?
Please opt out of your automatic renewal so a duplicate BrightPay Cloud subscription isn't created. Then email bppaymentservices@brightsg.com with the organisation name and email address linked to your current BrightPay Cloud subscription.
Where can I find out more about BrightPay Cloud?
- BrightPay Cloud Resource Hub: our dedicated website has guides, videos and everything you need to understand the move, including a comparison of BrightPay Desktop and BrightPay Cloud.
- Ask Me Anything webinars: join one of our live webinars, where our team answers your questions about moving to BrightPay Cloud.
- Product information: find out more about BrightPay Cloud on our website.
When is my renewal and what period does it cover?
At renewal, you'll move to subscription billing. Your subscription renews on 1st January 2027 and covers January to December 2027, based on your agreed number of employers and employees.
When will BrightPay Cloud 2027 be available?
BrightPay Cloud is available now for the 2026 tax year. BrightPay Cloud 2027 will be available from mid-December, and we'll email you as soon as it's ready.
Because this is after the 4th December cancellation deadline, we're giving you free access to BrightPay Cloud for the rest of the 2026 tax year. That way you can see how it works before you decide, and be fully set up ahead of the busy tax year end period.
To get started:
If you decide it's not for you, cancel before 4th December 2026 and you won't be charged for 2027.
Pricing
How much will my BrightPay Cloud subscription cost for the 2027 tax year?
Your price is based on your number of employers and employees.
Will BrightExpenses remain free in 2027?
Yes. BrightExpenses, which we launched in 2024 to help with Enhanced Reporting Requirements, will continue to be free for BrightPay Cloud customers in 2027.
Payment and BrightID
How is BrightPay Cloud billed?
BrightPay Cloud is billed on the number of employers and employees in your agreed subscription, not on the number of payslips you process.
If your actual numbers go above your agreed numbers in any calendar month, an overage fee applies for that month and is billed monthly in arrears.
How will my payment be processed?
We'll take payment using the saved payment method in your BrightID account.
How do I update my payment method?
- Log in to your BrightID account with your billing email address and password.
- Under the Billing tab, add your new payment method.
- Remove your old payment details.
We accept direct debit and debit/credit card.
How do I edit my invoice details?
Your invoice uses the billing details saved against your payment method in BrightID. To update them:
- Log in to your BrightID account.
- Under the Billing tab, click Edit on your saved payment method.
- Update your details and click Save.
You can also add a VAT number or purchase order number under the Billing tab.
Where can I view my invoice?
Once payment is initiated, you'll find your invoice under the Billing tab in your BrightID account. We'll also email you a copy. If it doesn't arrive, please check your junk or spam folder.
How do I update the billing contact?
First, turn off your auto renewal:
- Log in to your BrightID account with the current email address and password.
- Under the Licences tab, click the spanner icon next to your 2026 licence details.
- Switch the Auto Renew toggle off.
Then:
Not sure which applies to you? Email us and we'll walk you through it.
Does BrightID have my most up-to-date information?
Visit your BrightID profile and check:
- Your email address is correct.
- Your region is set to Ireland.
Where can I view the terms and conditions for my BrightPay licence?
You can view the Terms and Conditions that apply to your 2026 BrightPay licence here.
Cancellations
How do I cancel my auto renewal for BrightPay Cloud 2027?
- Log in to your BrightID account.
- Under the Licences tab, click the spanner icon next to your 2026 licence details.
- Switch the Auto Renew toggle off.
What happens if I don't cancel my auto renewal?
Your subscription will automatically renew to BrightPay Cloud on 1st January 2027 and will be billed annually. We'll charge the saved payment method in your BrightID account on 1st February 2027.
Would you prefer to pay monthly? Where available, complete this form and we'll be in touch.
We're here to help
Can't find the answer you need? Email our Payment Services team and we'll help you out.
bppaymentservices@brightsg.com
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