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Tips, guides, and best practices for managing PTO and time off for small teams.

55% of Americans don't use all their PTO. Learn why employees skip vacation, how it leads to burnout, and what managers can do to build a healthier time-off culture.

An honest comparison of PTO tracking options for teams under 50 people. We break down features, pricing, and use cases to help you choose the right tool.

Spreadsheets work great for PTO tracking - until they don't. Learn the warning signs that it's time to switch and how to make the transition painless.

First-time founders often make the same PTO management mistakes. Learn what they are and how to avoid them before they become expensive problems.

Managing time off gets complicated when your team spans time zones. Learn how to handle approvals, coverage, and visibility for distributed teams.

Download free, customizable PTO policy templates designed for teams under 50 people. Includes accrual rules, carryover policies, and remote work adaptations.

A step-by-step guide to building a fair, simple PTO policy for teams under 50 people. Includes a free template and best practices from real small businesses.

Should you give employees all their PTO upfront or have them earn it over time? We break down both approaches with real examples to help you decide.

Small team PTO management has unique challenges. Learn practical strategies for handling time off requests, maintaining coverage, and keeping everyone happy.

comparisonsAugust 5, 20257 min read

Best PTO Tracking Software for Small Teams (2025)

Compare the top PTO tracking tools for teams under 50 people. We break down pricing, features, and ease of use to help you find the right fit.

A real walkthrough of setting up PTO tracking for a small agency. See the before state (spreadsheet chaos), the setup process, and the results after 3 months.