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Folks is a complete HR platform built for Canadian SMBs, combining four seamlessly integrated products to help you hire, manage, develop, and pay your team — all in one place. With Folks HRIS, centralize employee records, onboarding, time tracking, and compliance. Folks ATS streamlines recruitment with smart sourcing, job board integrations, and applicant tracking. Folks Performance supports growth through continuous performance management, evaluations, and career development. Folks Payroll ensures smooth, compliant payroll processing directly within the same system. Together, these solutions create a unified, people-first HR experience that boosts productivity and simplifies your daily operations.

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PeopleForce helps you to build a high-performance culture in your company. Use an end-to-end cloud system for all your employees and candidates to simplify all HR processes. Run powerful functionality to manage not only personnel, but also its effectiveness. In the PeoplePerform module, you can set and monitor the OKR goals, discuss it at 1-on-1 meetings with an employee, and save all information in the system after. Competencies, productivity and potential before the Performance Review are assessed using 180 and 360 degree feedback. But not only the team - candidates also benefit from using PeopleForce. Conveniently guide them through the vacancy funnel before signing the offer using an eSign if needed, and then set up simple onboarding from the system where lessons, notes and files for newbees are stored. Streamline your HR processes and simplify your onboarding and personnel adaptation procedures using different databases, HR calendar and Leave management service.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Companies that need an HR management system and applicant tracking solution

Audience

Companies of all sizes

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$6 per employee per month
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$1.50/month/user
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.9 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.4 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 4.9 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.8 / 5
design 4.8 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Folks
Founded: 2010
Canada
folkshr.com

Company Information

PeopleForce
Ukraine
peopleforce.io

Alternatives

Folk Flow ATS

Folk Flow ATS

Folk Flow

Alternatives

Cornerstone SumTotal

Cornerstone SumTotal

Cornerstone OnDemand
Lanteria HR

Lanteria HR

Lanteria

Categories

Empower your employees to grow with a complete view of their performance. Folks Performance makes it easy to set up and manage 360-degree feedback processes, gathering insights from managers, peers, and direct reports in a structured, confidential way. The platform centralizes all feedback, highlights strengths, and identifies development opportunities, helping leaders and employees build stronger skills and improve collaboration. With customizable evaluation forms and simple reporting, you can turn feedback into actionable growth while fostering a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

Streamline your hiring with Folks ATS. Post jobs to top platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, Jobillico, Isarta, and Talent.com directly from one place, while centralizing every application in a single, organized pipeline. The intuitive kanban view lets you track candidates effortlessly through each stage, and built-in collaboration tools make it easy to assign tasks, gather feedback, and keep hiring managers aligned. With automated workflows, customizable stages, and integrated communication features, Folks ATS helps growing teams save time, attract top talent, and make smarter hiring decisions — without the hassle of juggling multiple tools.

Manage all your people operations in one place with Folks HR. From employee files to contracts, vacation requests, performance records, and compliance, everything is centralized, secure, and easy to access. No more scattered spreadsheets or lost documents—Folks HR gives you a clear, organized view of your workforce. Designed for small and medium-sized businesses, the platform simplifies daily HR tasks, saves time, and ensures accuracy, so you can focus on building stronger teams and a healthier workplace culture.

Simplify payroll management with Folks Payroll, built for Canadian businesses. Automate calculations, deductions, and government remittances to stay compliant while reducing errors. Employee data, worked hours, and absences flow seamlessly into payroll, ensuring accuracy and efficiency every cycle. With direct deposit, electronic pay stubs, and secure record-keeping, employees get paid on time and with confidence. Folks HR makes payroll stress-free and efficient, so you can focus on what matters most—your people.

Drive employee growth and align individual goals with company objectives through Folks Performance. Set clear goals, track progress, and schedule regular reviews—all in one platform. Managers can provide continuous feedback, employees can document achievements, and HR teams can access a centralized record of performance history. With customizable evaluation templates, reminders, and visual dashboards, Folks HR makes performance reviews simple, structured, and fair. The result: stronger engagement, better conversations, and a culture of continuous improvement that helps both people and businesses thrive.

Categories

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Payroll Features

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

360 Degree Feedback Features

Dashboard
Feedback / Surveys
Progress Tracking
Question Library
Rater Selection
Self Service Portal
Supports External Reviewers

Applicant Tracking Features

Assessments
Background Screening
Candidate Management
Collaboration Tools
Internal HR
Interview Management
Interview Scheduling
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Resume Search
Self Service Portal
Workflow Management

Human Resources Features

360 Degree Feedback
Applicant Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Lifecycle Management
Onboarding
Payroll Management
Performance Management
Recruiting Management
Self Service Portal
Succession Planning
Time & Attendance Management
Time Off Management
Timesheets
Training Management

Performance Management Features

360 Degree Feedback
Compensation Management
Custom Rating Scales
Customizable Templates
Individual Development Plans
On-going Performance Tracking
Peer Appraisals
Review Cycle Tracking
Self Service Portal
Self-Appraisals
Skills Assessments
Weighted Performance Measures

Employee Engagement Features

Benchmarking
Cultural Alignment
Employee Awards
Employee Guides
Employee Recognition
Feedback Management
Goal Management
Health & Wellness Programs
Performance Management
Pulse Surveys

Employee Monitoring Features

Activity Monitoring
Browsing History
Email Monitoring
Keystroke Recording
Productivity Analysis
Remote Control
Screen Activity Recording
Time & Attendance
Time Tracking

HR Employee File Management Features

Access Controls
Centralized Employee Files
Dashboard
Email Notifications
Paper & Digital
Regulatory Compliance
Retention Settings
Search
Sharing Spaces
Signature

OKR Features

Benchmarking
Feedback Management
Goal Management
KPIs
Prioritization
Progress Tracking
Strategic Planning

Onboarding Features

Course Management
Document Management
E-Verify / I-9 Forms
Electronic Forms
Electronic Signature
Employee Handbook
Employee Portal
File Management
Job Description Management
Orientation Management
Self Service Portal
Task Management
Tax Forms
Training Management

Recruiting Features

Assessments
Background Screening
CRM
Interaction Tracking
Internal HR
Interview Management
Job Board Posting
Job Requisition
Onboarding
Recruiting Firms
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Self Service Portal

Talent Management Features

Career Development Planning
Compensation Management
Competency Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Goal Setting / Tracking
Job Description Management
Onboarding
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Succession Planning
Training Management

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Applauz Recognition
Axis LMS
Evolia
Finch
Google
Google Apps Script
Google Chrome
Indeed
Jobillico
LinkedIn
LinkedIn Job Search
Microsoft 365
Nethris
Slack
SourceWhale
Talent.com
Zoom

Integrations

ADP Global Payroll
Agendrix
Applauz Recognition
Axis LMS
Evolia
Finch
Google
Google Apps Script
Google Chrome
Indeed
Jobillico
LinkedIn
LinkedIn Job Search
Microsoft 365
Nethris
Slack
SourceWhale
Talent.com
Zoom
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