Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about HisabSathi and learn how to use all features.
Getting Started
Is HisabSathi really free?▼
Yes! HisabSathi is completely free to use. No hidden fees, no premium subscriptions, no ads. It will remain free forever.
Do I need to create an account?▼
Yes, you need an account to use HisabSathi. This ensures your data is secure and you can access it from any device. Registration is quick and easy - just email and password.
Can I use HisabSathi on mobile?▼
Yes, HisabSathi is fully responsive and works on all devices - phones, tablets, and desktops. You can manage your expenses on the go.
Groups & Members
How do I create a group?▼
After logging in, click "Create Group" from your dashboard. Give it a name and description. You'll get a unique group code to share with friends.
How do I invite friends to my group?▼
Once you create a group, you'll see the group code. Share this code with your friends. They can then join the group using that code.
Can I have multiple groups?▼
Absolutely! You can create and manage as many groups as you need. Perfect for different sets of friends, roommates, or teams.
How do I remove someone from a group?▼
Group admins can remove members. Go to group settings and use the member management option to remove anyone.
Expenses & Splitting
How are expenses split?▼
You can split in multiple ways: equally among all members, by percentage, or create custom splits. Each member sees exactly how much they owe.
Can I edit an expense after creating it?▼
Yes, you can edit expenses until they are settled. Just click on the expense and modify the details.
What if someone paid less than their share?▼
We track who owes what. Use the "Balances" view to see who needs to pay whom. Record payments to settle debts.
Can I delete an expense?▼
Yes, you can delete expenses. However, this might affect the group balance. Be careful when deleting.
Payments & Loans
What's the difference between expenses and loans?▼
Expenses are costs shared by the group. Loans are money lent between group members. Both can be tracked separately.
How do I record a payment?▼
Go to the group page and click "Make Payment". Select who paid and who received the payment, and enter the amount.
Can I track loans separately from expenses?▼
Yes! Loans have their own section. You can record loans, track payments, and manage them independently from expenses.
How do I settle a debt?▼
Record a payment transaction. This updates the balance and reduces what someone owes.
Security & Privacy
Is my data secure?▼
Yes. We use industry-standard encryption to protect your personal and financial data. Your information is safe with us.
Who can see my group data?▼
Only members of your group can see the group's expenses, balances, and transactions. Data is private to each group.
Can I delete my account?▼
Yes, you can delete your account at any time from settings. This will remove all your personal data.
Is there a privacy policy?▼
Yes, we have a detailed privacy policy explaining how we handle your data. You can read it on our site.
General Questions
What if I find a bug or issue?▼
Contact us with details of the issue. We appreciate bug reports and will fix them as soon as possible.
Can I export my data?▼
Currently we don't have export functionality, but it's on our roadmap. Reach out if you need this feature.
Can I delete a group?▼
Yes, group admins can delete groups. Make sure everyone has settled up before deleting. This action cannot be undone.
What if I forgot my password?▼
Click "Forgot Password" on the login page. We'll send you a link to reset it.
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