Getting started
What do I need to use Ottr?+
Just a smartphone (iOS or Android) and a partner to share a household with. That's it. No hardware is required to get started — NFC is optional.
How do I invite my partner?+
After creating your account, tap the household invite button to generate a unique invite link or code. Share it with your partner and they'll join your household automatically.
Can I use Ottr by myself?+
Ottr is designed for two people in a shared household. The leaderboard, nudges, and rewards are all built around that dynamic. Solo use is technically possible but you'll miss most of what makes it fun.
Chore tracking & NFC
How does chore tracking work?+
You can log a chore in two ways: manually (tap a chore in the app and mark it done) or via NFC (tap your phone on a pre-programmed NFC tag placed near the chore location). Both methods log the chore, award points, and update the leaderboard.
What is NFC logging?+
NFC (Near Field Communication) lets you log chores by simply tapping your phone on a small sticker or tag placed near where the chore happens — next to the dishwasher, on the vacuum, above the bin. No app navigation needed. Cheap NFC tags (<$10 for a pack of 10) are available on Amazon. Any NTAG213/215/216 tag works.
Do I need NFC tags to use the app?+
No. NFC is a convenience feature, not a requirement. Every chore can be logged manually from within the app. NFC just makes it faster.
What data is recorded when I log a chore?+
We record which chore was completed, who completed it, and when. That's it. This data is used for your points, leaderboard, and to power the nudge system.
Points & leaderboard
How are points calculated?+
Each chore completion earns points. The exact value is the same for all chores right now — we keep it simple so no one argues about whether vacuuming is worth more than doing dishes.
How does the leaderboard work?+
The leaderboard shows a running points total for you and your partner across three time windows: this week, this month, and all time. It resets weekly and monthly automatically.
Nudges
What is a nudge?+
A nudge is a single, gentle notification that lets you know it might be time for a chore — for example, "The bins haven't been taken out in a while". You each get one nudge per chore cycle; we don't spam you.
How does Ottr know when to nudge me?+
We learn from your history. If you typically vacuum every 5 days and it's been 7, that's nudge territory. You don't set frequencies — Ottr figures it out from your actual behaviour over time. The longer you use the app, the smarter the nudges get.
Can I turn nudges off?+
Yes. You can disable notifications entirely in your device settings, or mute nudges for specific chores inside the app.
Rewards
How do rewards work?+
You and your partner each create rewards that the other person can redeem by spending points. Think of it as a wish list for favours — a lie-in, picking the movie, a back rub. Earn enough points doing chores, redeem them for something you actually want.
Are there any limits on rewards?+
No. You can create as many custom rewards as you like on both the free and paid plan.
What is the reward privacy filter?+
Available on Ottr Plus, the privacy filter lets you mark certain rewards as private — only you can see them until you're ready to reveal them. Useful if you want to set up a surprise without your partner seeing it in the list.
Ottr Plus
What's the difference between Free and Ottr Plus?+
The free plan gives you everything you need: chore tracking, points, leaderboard, nudges, and unlimited custom rewards.
Ottr Plus ($4.99/month) adds:
- Managed & encrypted cloud storage — your household data is backed up and encrypted at rest.
- Integrations support — connect Ottr to other apps and smart home tools.
- Smarter notifications — more context-aware nudges and activity summaries.
- Reward privacy filter — hide rewards until you want them seen.
How do I cancel Ottr Plus?+
You can cancel at any time from the subscription settings inside the app. You'll keep Plus features until the end of your current billing period. No cancellation fees.
Your account & data
How do I delete my account?+
Go to Settings → Account → Delete account. This permanently removes your profile and all associated data. If you're in a Household, deleting your account will remove your data but your partner's account will remain. You can also email support@kadima-tech.com and we'll handle it manually.
Is my data secure?+
All data is transmitted over TLS. Ottr Plus subscribers have their household data stored in managed encrypted cloud storage. We use Google Cloud infrastructure hosted in the EU.
Can I export my data?+
Yes. You have the right to a copy of your data under GDPR. Email support@kadima-tech.com and we'll send you a machine-readable export within 30 days.