FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Draft copy—tune for your deployment and policies before launch.

What is Chore Manager?

A multi-household chore and rewards app with roles (admin/member/child), points, streaks, approvals, and invite-based access.

How do I start?

Create a household as an admin or verify an invite code to join. Add members, set chores (one-time or recurring), and create rewards.

Do you collect data?

Only the info you enter for accounts (username, name, email for admins/parents) plus in-app activity (chores, points, rewards, notifications, optional photos). No analytics/ads tracking in the code. Child accounts can be created without email; no extra data is collected from children beyond what admins enter. See Privacy for details.

Are child accounts private?

Yes. The app does not gather additional data from children. Admins/parents control what is entered and should obtain any required consent under local laws.

Is there API access?

API authentication is not implemented yet; current endpoints are open. Limit deployments accordingly until auth is added.

How are reminders sent?

In-app notifications work. Home Assistant notify can be configured. Email/SMS/push channels are stubbed pending implementation.

How do rewards approvals work?

Rewards can require approval. Redemptions move through pending/approved/denied/fulfilled/cancelled with audit fields.

Can I self-host?

Yes. Docker compose is provided. Replace default secrets and secure your deployment before exposing it.

Can I delete or export my data?

Define and document a deletion/export process for production use. Until then, requests can be handled manually via the contact email.

Where is data stored?

Specify hosting region/provider for your deployment. The code ships without third-party marketing trackers.