When the Qtac payroll software is installed a number of folders are automatically created.

The default location is C:\Program Files (x86)\QTAC\QTACnnnn where nnnn represents the tax years of the product. So for the 2024/2025 tax year the folder will be QTAC2425, and for the 2023/2024 tax year QTAC2324. If you install the software to a server then the QTACnnnn folder is created in the folder on the sever that you have selected.

Within the QTACnnnn folder are all the files required to run the software, including files from Crystal Decisions, Microsoft SQL Server etc.

A number of sub-folders are also created which are used as the defaults for exporting and importing files.

Backups is the default folder for taking database backups

BACS is the default folder for BACS file exports

Company Import is the default folder for files to be imported when taking on new companies.

Datafiles is used for end of year migration logs and comments

Downloads is used when downloading updates of the software

Exports is used for various data extracts usually in excel format

Journals is the default folder used to export journal files for importing into accounting packages

Pay Imports is used as the default import folder for importing pay data

PDF is the default folder for .pdf file creation

Pension Exports is the default folder used when creating .csv files for pension companies if not using a direct API link

XML is the default folder for all RTI submission files.

Server installs

When Installing QTAC on a server the User will need read and write access to the above folders for QTAC to work correctly, if they do not have write access they might be able to open QTAC but will not be able to send any submissions or save reports. 

A little bit about us...

Qtac, a recognised payroll solutions provider in the UK, has been serving businesses for 30 years. Specializing in both payroll software and outsourced payroll services, Qtac caters to small businesses, large corporations, and payroll bureaux. Our software, recognised by HMRC, streamlines the payroll process, featuring RTI submissions, workplace pensions management, and a cloud-based portal for payslips and employee self-service. This software is supported by top-tier customer assistance, ensuring a smooth payroll experience.

Additionally, Qtac offers tailored ‘white-labelled’ outsourcing services. These services are particularly attractive to accountancy firms, as they save time, reduce stress, and mitigate payroll-related risks. By outsourcing to Qtac, companies can be confident in the knowledge that their payroll needs are being expertly managed.

Qtac's solutions are not just about functionality; they are about building long-lasting relationships with clients, offering them a combination of technology and expertise. Their commitment to adapting to client needs and providing reliable, efficient services has established Qtac as a trusted name in the payroll solutions sector in the UK. In essence, Qtac simplifies and enhances the payroll process for a diverse range of clients, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

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