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What it is

Keka is a cloud HR and payroll platform covering employee records, hiring, onboarding, attendance, performance and project operations. Its HRIS manages organizational structures and connects employee lifecycle changes to related workflows. Hiring tools link job posting, candidate sourcing, interviews, offers and preboarding with employee records. For India payroll, Keka says it syncs attendance, leave and salary inputs and calculates TDS, PF, ESI and PT. Attendance can be recorded through biometric, GPS and mobile check-ins, with leave and overtime policies applied automatically. Performance features connect goals, reviews, feedback and one-on-ones. Project operations include planning, resource allocation, utilization, timesheets and billing. Employees can use the mobile app for leave, clocking in and out, expenses, payslips, tax details and helpdesk requests. Keka says it integrates with more than 100 tools, including Salesforce, Jira, Xero and Stripe, and provides API documentation. Plans listed on the US pricing page are marked as free trials, but numeric prices are not given. The company identifies Hyderabad, India, as its headquarters and 2014 as its founding year.

Spec sheet

What it does
Keka is a file archiver for compressing, encrypting, splitting, browsing and extracting archives.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Product
Keka is a cloud HR and payroll platform covering HRIS, payroll, hiring, onboarding, time and attendance, performance, and project operations.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Integrations
Keka says it integrates with more than 100 tools and names Salesforce, Jira, Xero, and Stripe as examples.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Security
Keka describes TLS encryption for portal sessions, web and network firewalls, DDoS defenses, and hosting with providers certified for SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Privacy
The developer says Keka does not send or store data from the computer; the Mac App Store build has no network capabilities, while the website build uses Sparkle only for update checks.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Company
Keka’s company information page identifies Hyderabad, India, as its headquarters and says the company was founded in 2014.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
AppleScript
The macOS changelog records AppleScript support added in version 1.5.1.Read 15 Oct 2026 · changelog.keka.io
Archive creation formats
Keka creates 7Z, ZIP, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, XZ, LZIP, DMG, ISO, Brotli, Zstandard, LRZIP, AAR and WIM files.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Archive extraction formats
Keka extracts formats including 7Z, ZIP, ZIPX, RAR, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, XZ, LZIP, DMG, ISO, Brotli, Zstandard, LZMA, EXE, CAB, MSI, JAR, IPA, APK, APPX and many others.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Archive splitting
Large archives can be divided into numbered pieces that can later be reassembled.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Attendance
Keka describes attendance capture through biometric, GPS, and mobile check-ins, with leave and overtime policies applied automatically.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Default-app helper
Setting Keka as the default extraction application requires downloading a separate helper.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Documentation
The public wiki contains pages for compression, extraction, preferences, hidden settings, uninstalling, Terminal use and troubleshooting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
Drag and drop
Files can be compressed by dropping them on Keka’s Dock icon or main window.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Encryption
The macOS edition supports AES-256 for 7z archives and Zip 2.0 encryption for ZIP files.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Finder integration
A Finder extension adds Keka compression commands to the right-click context menu.Read 15 Oct 2026 · macworld.com
Hiring
Keka connects job posting, candidate sourcing, interviews, offers, and preboarding to employee records.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
HR features
The platform manages employee records and organizational structures and connects lifecycle changes to related workflows.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
iOS capabilities
The iOS edition supports archive browsing, selective extraction, sharing, multitasking and share-sheet actions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ios.keka.io
iOS requirements
The iOS edition requires iOS 15 or iPadOS 15 and newer.Read 15 Oct 2026 · ios.keka.io
Legacy support
The website provides archived builds for Mac OS X versions 10.9, 10.7, 10.6, 10.5 and 10.4.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Licence wording
The official terms use a BSD-style warranty and liability disclaimer but do not name a specific SPDX licence.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Limit: archive preview
Softpedia identifies integrated preview of archive contents without extraction as a missing feature.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
Limit: download warning
SourceForge displays a malware-detected warning for its mirrored Keka download and advises downloading at the user’s risk.Read 15 Oct 2026 · sourceforge.net
Limit: interface clarity
An Apple reviewer found the initial drop-target window and format controls confusing without first viewing the store screenshots.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: password workflow
Macworld reports that Keka does not directly prompt for a password during compression in formats such as ZIP; users must create a compression document first.Read 15 Oct 2026 · macworld.com
Limit: performance
Softpedia reports that Keka is generally faster than Apple’s archiver but uses more resources, although thread limits can reduce impact.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
Maker identity
The App Store identifies the developer as Jorge Garcia Armero, while the website and repository use the aONe name.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Marketplace and API
Keka’s marketplace lists app integrations, and its developer portal provides API documentation for building integrations.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Mobile app
Keka says employees can use its mobile app for leave, clocking in and out, expenses, payslips, tax details, and helpdesk requests.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Notable news
Version 1.6.8 was listed as updated September 24, 2026, with fixes for task counting, password encoding and small Zstandard extraction.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.macupdate.com
Payroll
Keka says its India payroll syncs attendance, leave, and salary inputs and calculates TDS, PF, ESI, and PT.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Performance
Keka connects goals, reviews, continuous feedback, and one-on-ones in its performance management product.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Plan and trial
The US pricing page labels Foundation, Strength, and Pro plans “Free Trial” and lists no numeric prices in the page content.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Praise: customization
Softpedia highlights integrity verification, per-item archiving, custom naming, deletion of originals and exclusion of Mac system files.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
Praise: format coverage
Softpedia praises Keka for handling common archives plus DMG, ISO, APK and EXE extraction.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softpedia.com
Praise: usability
Macworld says Keka handles technically complex archiving while remaining usable without special training.Read 15 Oct 2026 · macworld.com
Privacy compliance
Keka’s privacy policy says it maintains ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification and SOC 2 Type II or comparable attestations covering its services.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Project age
Macworld says Keka was first released in 2009.Read 15 Oct 2026 · macworld.com
Project operations
Keka’s project operations features include project planning, resource allocation, utilization, timesheets, and billing.Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Rating on Apple iOS App Store
5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Apple Mac App Store
4.8 out of 5 from 3.9K ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on MacUpdate
4.6 out of 5 from 124 user ratesRead 15 Oct 2026 · keka.macupdate.com
Repository activity
The public GitHub repository shows about 7.5k stars, 300 forks, 261 issues and 2,324 commits.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
Source repository scope
The GitHub repository describes itself mainly as a place for issues, wiki collaboration, discussions, releases and translations rather than a conventional source-code distribution.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
System requirements
The current macOS download requires Mac OS X 10.10 or newer and is 34.4 MB.Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
Terminal support
The public wiki includes instructions for using Keka from the Terminal.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
URL scheme
Version 1.4.0 added a keka:// URL scheme for opening Keka from other locations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · changelog.keka.io

Plans and prices

Website download Free 34.4 MB · macOS 10.10+ Read 15 Oct 2026 · keka.io
iOS/iPadOS App Store $3.99, paid once one-time purchase iOS/iPadOS 15+ · iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Mac App Store $6.49, paid once one-time purchase Mac only · optional in-app tips Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Advanced (Projects & Timesheets) Priced on request Pro features · project health · surveys · advanced approval flows Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Foundation (HRMS & Payroll) Priced on request Core HR · time tracking · payroll and expenses · employee self service Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Pro (Hiring) Priced on request Recruitment · candidate management · interview scheduling · preboarding and offers Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Pro (Projects & Timesheets) Priced on request Basic features · resource planning · utilization tracking · revenue reporting · opportunities Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com
Strength (HRMS & Payroll) Priced on request Foundation features · advanced HR · asset tracking · custom reports · Slack and MS Teams integration Read 4 Oct 2026 · keka.com

Every Keka plan and price →

Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • HRIS connects employee lifecycle changes to workflows
  • India payroll calculates TDS, PF, ESI and PT
  • Attendance includes biometric, GPS and mobile check-ins
  • Integrates with more than 100 tools

Limits

  • US pricing page lists no numeric prices
  • Plans are labeled free trial
  • India payroll capabilities are specified for India

Who it suits

Keka suits organizations that want HR, payroll, hiring and attendance workflows in one cloud platform. Its project operations features may also suit teams that need resource planning, utilization tracking, timesheets and billing.

Keka in depth

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Overview

Keka is a cloud platform for HR, payroll, hiring and project operations. It is best suited to organizations that want workforce processes connected in one system, especially those handling India payroll. Its breadth is compelling, but the plans use custom pricing, so it is a weaker fit for buyers who need a readily comparable price before choosing.

Key features

Keka brings employee records and organizational structures together with lifecycle workflows. Hiring spans job posting, candidate sourcing, interviews, offers and preboarding, connecting recruitment to employee records rather than leaving it as a separate process. That integration should suit teams seeking a connected HR-to-hiring flow; organizations needing only a standalone recruiting tool may find the wider platform unnecessary.

For India payroll, Keka syncs attendance, leave and salary inputs and calculates TDS, PF, ESI and PT. This is a concrete fit for employers managing those obligations, not a reason to assume equivalent payroll coverage in other countries. Attendance can be captured through biometric, GPS and mobile check-ins, with leave and overtime policies applied automatically—a useful combination for teams with varied work patterns.

Performance management ties goals, reviews, continuous feedback and one-on-ones together. Project operations cover planning, resource allocation, utilization, timesheets and billing, extending the product beyond conventional HR administration. That range may help organizations coordinating people and projects in one environment, but buyers who do not need project workflows may be paying for scope they will not use.

Keka says it integrates with more than 100 tools, including Salesforce, Jira, Xero and Stripe. Its marketplace provides app integrations, while a developer portal documents APIs for custom integration work. Security measures described by Keka include TLS for portal sessions, firewalls and DDoS defenses; its privacy policy says it maintains ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification and SOC 2 Type II or comparable attestations covering its services.

The employee mobile app supports leave, clock-ins and clock-outs, expenses, payslips, tax details and helpdesk requests. This makes routine self-service available away from a desktop, particularly useful for mobile workforces.

Pricing

Keka uses a freemium pricing model and offers a free plan and free trial. Its US pricing page labels Foundation, Strength and Pro as “Free Trial” and gives no numeric prices; treat the paid options as custom pricing and request a quote before comparing budgets. The available plan names and inclusions suggest distinct HR, hiring and project functions, so confirm which tier covers the workflows you need.

Foundation (HRMS & Payroll): Core HR, time tracking, payroll and expenses, plus employee self-service. This is the entry point for teams prioritizing core workforce administration and payroll.

Strength (HRMS & Payroll): Foundation features plus advanced HR, asset tracking, custom reports and Slack and MS Teams integration. It is the more relevant choice for teams needing those additional management and collaboration capabilities.

Pro (Hiring): Recruitment, candidate management, interview scheduling, preboarding and offers. It targets teams that want a defined hiring workflow tied to the broader platform.

Advanced (Projects & Timesheets): Pro features, project health, surveys and advanced approval flows. The combination suits operations that need project oversight alongside workforce workflows.

Pro (Projects & Timesheets): Basic features, resource planning, utilization tracking, revenue reporting and opportunities. It is aimed at teams managing project capacity and commercial reporting.

The free-plan label is not accompanied by a seat cap or feature breakdown, and no trial length or renewal terms are given. Buyers should establish those terms, as well as the quoted price and plan boundaries, before committing.

Platforms

Keka supports Android, iOS, macOS, web, API and extension platforms. The mobile apps add employee self-service for common requests and payroll information, while API and marketplace options give teams routes to connect other tools.

Who it's for

Keka is a strong candidate for organizations that need HR records, attendance, hiring and payroll connected, particularly employers processing India payroll. Teams that also manage project allocation, utilization and timesheets may get more from its breadth. It is less compelling for buyers seeking only one narrow HR function or who require clear, published prices and plan limits to make a decision.

Pros and cons

Pro: India payroll connects attendance, leave and salary inputs to TDS, PF, ESI and PT calculations, reducing the separation between workforce data and payroll processing.

Pro: Hiring, HR, performance and project operations share a broad workflow scope, with over 100 integrations and API documentation for extending connections.

Pro: Employee mobile self-service covers leave, attendance, expenses and payroll documents, useful for staff who do not work at a desk.

Con: The plans show no numeric prices, and the free plan and trial lack published seat, feature and duration terms here; budget and eligibility need confirmation.

Con: The product spans far beyond core HR, which may be unnecessary complexity for organizations that need only one focused tool.

Alternatives

For a broader comparison, browse HR Software, Talent Management Software or Leave Management Software.

Teammeter is worth considering if a free core version and self-hosted or web deployment are priorities; its paid Check-ins plan is quote-based.

Zoho People is an option for teams that can use its free plan, which covers up to five users, with paid tiers requiring at least five users.

Cegid Retail is another alternative.

Keka Candidate Experience Platform is another Keka option.

Leapsome is an alternative with paid plans.

Cornerstone Learning is an alternative.

PeopleFluent Recruiting is an enterprise recruiting ATS with pricing on request, making it a narrower alternative for organizations focused on recruiting.

MHR iTrent is another alternative.

Verdict

Choose Keka if you want HR, India payroll and, potentially, hiring or project operations connected in one platform. Its strongest case is the combination of India-specific payroll calculations with broad workforce workflows. Look elsewhere if you need a narrow HR product or must compare firm prices and limits before engaging a vendor.

Verdict

Keka covers a wide range of HR processes, with additional tools for hiring and project operations. The plans shown on its US pricing page have no listed numeric prices, so costs cannot be compared from those details.

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