--- title: "Company names in payroll setup: display vs. legal name" description: When creating a new company in payroll, you'll be asked to provide two types of names. Each serves a different purpose—one is for internal use, while the other appears on official documents. 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Search the Corfix Guide! - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Corfix Guide](https://knowledge.corfix.com/articles?hsLang=en) 2. [Corfix Payroll](https://knowledge.corfix.com/articles/corfix-payroll?hsLang=en) 3. [Getting Started](https://knowledge.corfix.com/articles/corfix-payroll?hsLang=en#getting-started) August 27, 2025 # Company names in payroll setup: display vs. legal name When creating a new company in payroll, you'll be asked to provide two types of names. Each serves a different purpose—one is for internal use, while the other appears on official documents. --- ### Display name (for internal use) The **Display name** is entered during company setup and is used only within your payroll dashboard. It helps you identify the business internally and does **not** need to match the company’s legal name. You can use any label here—such as a nickname, brand name, or business shorthand. --- ### Legal business name (for official reporting) The **Legal name** is found under **Business settings \> Details** and should reflect the company’s official registered name. This is the name that will appear on: - T4 slips - Records of Employment (ROEs) - Payroll summary reports - Government filings and remittances Using the correct legal name ensures compliance with CRA and other regulatory bodies. --- ### Summary | Field | Purpose | Where it's used | | --- | --- | --- | | **Display name** | For internal reference only | Payroll dashboard | | **Legal name** | For official documentation and filings | ROEs, T4s, reports, CRA submissions | Make sure the **legal name matches the registered business name** to avoid issues with reporting or remittances.   **Disclaimer:** This article is not intended to provide tax, legal, benefits, financial, or HR advice. 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