Question 1

What even IS Bro Split?

Accepted Answer

It's a real-time bill splitter for squads. One bro scans the receipt, everyone joins via QR or code, claims what they ate, and the app does the math. Zero awkward 'who owes what' texts.

Question 2

Who should be the host?

Accepted Answer

The person with the bill/receipt in their hands. The host scans the receipt and controls when splitting starts. Everyone else just joins and picks their items.

Question 3

Do my friends need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

Nope. Bro Split runs in the browser — no install needed. Just share the link or the 4-letter session code and they're in within seconds.

Question 4

What's the session code and where do I get it?

Accepted Answer

After the host creates a session, they get a 4-letter code. The host shares this with the group. Guests type the code in 'Join the Crew' and hit JOIN.

Question 5

Can I scan the QR code instead of typing the code?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. On the home page, tap SCAN QR CODE and point your camera at the QR the host is showing. You'll join instantly.

Question 6

The AI got an item name or price wrong. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

The host can tap the 3-dot menu on any item card, edit the name or price, and save. Changes sync to everyone instantly.

Question 7

Can I upload a photo from my gallery instead of using the camera?

Accepted Answer

Yes! On the scan page, tap the Upload button to open your file picker and select any image from your phone gallery or desktop.

Question 8

What if we have multiple receipts?

Accepted Answer

Scan them one by one. Each time you scan, the new items get added to the list. You can scan as many receipts as you need before hitting Finish & Split.

Question 9

Can we add items manually without a receipt?

Accepted Answer

100%. On the scan page, the host taps the + button to add items by name and price. On the select-items page, the host can also tap '+ add item' any time.

Question 10

How do I split a bill item by portions (like pizza slices)?

Accepted Answer

Host taps the 3-dot menu on the item, then Portion, sets the number of slices and picks the unit. The total stays fixed and gets divided by portion count.

Question 11

What's the difference between CLAIM and SPLIT?

Accepted Answer

CLAIM means 'this item is mine'. SPLIT means 'divide this item's cost equally between everyone who taps SPLIT'. Use CLAIM for things only you ate, SPLIT for shared items.

Question 12

I accidentally claimed the wrong item. Can I undo?

Accepted Answer

Yep. Look for the undo bubble in the top-right corner of the item card. Tap it to remove your claim or leave the split.

Question 13

How do I claim multiple portions of one item?

Accepted Answer

Tap CLAIM on the item. Since it has quantity > 1, a picker pops up. Type your portion count and tap CLAIM. Your bro does the same with theirs.

Question 14

How does SPLIT work exactly?

Accepted Answer

Evenly. If 3 people join the SPLIT on an item, each pays a third. The split count updates live as more people join.

Question 15

Can I claim an item someone else already fully claimed?

Accepted Answer

Nope. Once fully claimed, it shows 'Taken' and the CLAIM button disappears. Ask the host to clear claims if there's a mistake.

Question 16

Can I see what other people are claiming?

Accepted Answer

Yes — all claims are live and visible to everyone. You'll see name badges on each item showing who claimed what.

Question 17

What does LOCK MY SHARE mean?

Accepted Answer

It means you're done picking items and happy with your total. Locking tells the host 'I'm ready'. You can unlock until the host finalizes.

Question 18

The host can't finalize — what's blocking it?

Accepted Answer

Two possible reasons: some items are still unclaimed, or some guests haven't locked their share yet.

Question 19

Does the host need to lock their share too?

Accepted Answer

Nope. Only guests need to lock. The host can finalize without locking themselves.

Question 20

What about unclaimed items?

Accepted Answer

Either someone claims it, or the host deletes it. Unclaimed items are highlighted and will block finalizing.

Question 21

What happens after the host finalizes?

Accepted Answer

Everyone gets redirected to the Summary screen. It shows each person's total, a full item breakdown, and the host can download a bill summary.

Question 22

Will I lose my session if I close the app?

Accepted Answer

No. Your session is saved in your browser. Close the tab, reopen it — you're back in. The session code also lets anyone rejoin from any device.

Question 23

Does it work offline?

Accepted Answer

No — an internet connection is needed for live sync. But a weak 4G signal is usually enough.

Question 24

How long does the session stay active?

Accepted Answer

Sessions don't expire during active use. Completed sessions remain accessible for downloading the bill summary.

Question 25

Does it work on desktop?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The app is fully responsive. Desktop users can upload receipt images from their files instead of using a camera.

Question 26

The page looks out of sync. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

Try pulling down to refresh or reloading the page. The app uses real-time sync but occasional hiccups happen. Your data is safe on the server.

Question 27

I found a bug. Where do I report it?

Accepted Answer

Tap the bug icon on the home page and drop a message. We actually read these and fix them fast.

GOT

STILL STUCK, BRO?