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Set up your Gusto account (for US contractors)

Updated 10/24/2025 12:00:18 PM by caitlin.halligan@gusto.com
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Summary

Get started setting up your contractor profile in Gusto—for domestic contractors.

Content

After a business adds you as a US contractor in Gusto, you'll get an email asking for personal details so you can get paid. Some details may already be filled in for you.

For international contractors, go to a new article to learn about your international onboarding experience.

Set up your US contractor account
  1. A business has to add you as a US contractor in Gusto.
    • Tip: If you already have a Gusto account with another company, they can add you with the same email. You can then switch between profiles.
  2. Click the link in the welcome email to start.
    • If you're asked to sign in but have not set a password, use the “forgot password” option to create one.
    • If you do not see the email, check your spam folder. If you still cannot find it, ask the business to make sure they've added your personal email address in Gusto. After that, you should be able to sign in.
  3. Follow the prompts and enter any required info, like:
    • For individuals: A valid SSN or ITIN
    • For business contractors: A valid Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
    • A work address in the US (for year-end tax forms)
    • A US bank account (if being paid by direct deposit)
  4. You might also need to sign forms from the business.

If you need to update any info later, find out how here.

What you can do in Gusto
  • See your payments
  • View year-end forms
  • See your contractor details
  • Change your mailing address
  • Switch your payment method to direct deposit or check
  • And more...

Learn how to update other personal info.

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Solution ID
102018322100000
Last Modified Date
10/24/2025 12:00:18 PM
Attributes
Gusto Attributes
  • Role: Contractors
  • Category: Company setup and details; People; Taxes forms and compliance
  • Plan type: Contractor Only; Core; Complete; Concierge
  • Who brokers my benefits?: A third party; Gusto
Taxonomy
  • Contractors > Domestic contractors > Account management > Account setup
Collections
  • External
  • Support Agent
  • US contractors

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