How Do Taxes Work as a Croux Contractor? – Croux

Am I an employee or independent contractor?

All Croux talent are 1099 independent contractors, not employees. This means you're self-employed when working shifts through Croux.

Are taxes withheld from my pay?

No. As an independent contractor, no taxes are withheld from your paychecks. You are responsible for managing your own tax obligations.

How much should I set aside for taxes?

Self-employment tax alone is 15.3% of your net earnings. Federal and state income tax come on top of that, depending on your situation, so many contractors set aside 25-30% of each payout to be safe. A tax professional can tell you the right number for you. Your taxes as a contractor include:

Self-employment tax (Social Security + Medicare)
Federal and state income taxes (varies by your situation)

Tip: Consider opening a separate savings account just for taxes so you're prepared when tax season comes.

Will I receive tax documents?

If you earn $2,000 or more in a calendar year (effective 2026 tax year per the One Big Beautiful Bill Act), you'll receive a 1099-NEC form from Stripe (our payment processor). This will be mailed to the address on file.

You can also access your earnings history anytime in the Croux app under More → Payment Method → Stripe account Dashboard.

When do I file taxes?

Independent contractors typically file taxes annually by April 15th. If you expect to owe $1,000 or more, you may need to make quarterly estimated tax payments.

Note: By picking up shifts through Croux, you accept responsibility for filing your taxes accurately. We recommend consulting a tax professional if you have questions about your specific situation.

Need more help?

Send it to us at support@croux.co and we are happy to help!