Registration & Login¶

You can sign in to SplitHappens in three ways: with email and password, with your Google account, or with your Apple ID.

Create an Account¶

Option 1: Email & Password¶

1. Open SplitHappens and tap Register
2. Enter your name, email address, and a password (at least 6 characters)
3. Confirm the password by entering it again
4. Accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy via the checkbox
5. Tap Create Account
6. Check your email inbox and confirm your email address via the link in the confirmation email

Option 2: Sign in with Google¶

1. Tap Sign in with Google
2. Select your Google account or sign in
3. Confirm the permissions
4. Done — you'll be automatically logged in

Option 3: Sign in with Apple¶

1. Tap Sign in with Apple
2. Confirm with Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode
3. Choose whether to share your email address or use a private relay address
4. Done — you'll be automatically logged in

Onboarding — Set Up Your Profile¶

After registration, a setup wizard guides you through all important settings. You can skip individual steps and complete them later.

Step 1: Welcome¶

A brief greeting and introduction to SplitHappens.

Step 2: Set Up Profile¶

• Choose your display name — this is shown to your friends in the app
• Choose an avatar: You can either select an avatar color (your avatar is generated from initials + color) or upload a custom photo from your gallery

Step 3: Set Default Currency¶

Choose the currency you normally pay with — for example EUR, CHF, or USD. This currency will be used as the default for new bills. You can always choose a different currency per bill.

Step 4: Appearance¶

Choose between light, dark design, or system setting. You can change the appearance at any time in your profile settings.

Step 5: How It Works¶

A brief introduction explaining the key features of SplitHappens.

Step 6: Payment Methods¶

Optionally add your PayPal address or bank details (IBAN) so friends know where to transfer money to you. You can skip this step and add the details later.

Step 7: Notifications¶

Enable push notifications to be informed about new bills, payments, and friend requests.

Step 8: Add Friends¶

Add your first friends right away — via QR code or invitation link.

Step 9: Done!¶

You're all set. From here you'll go directly to your dashboard.

Sign In (Existing Account)¶

If you already have an account:

1. Open SplitHappens
2. Tap Sign In
3. Enter your email address and password — or use Google / Apple
4. You'll be taken directly to your dashboard

Forgot Password?¶

If you've forgotten your password:

1. Tap Forgot Password? on the login screen
2. Enter your registered email address
3. Tap Send Link
4. Check your email inbox (including spam!) and click the reset link
5. Choose a new password

Sign Out¶

To sign out of SplitHappens:

1. Go to the Profile tab (bottom right)
2. Scroll down and tap Sign Out
3. Confirm the sign-out

Your data will be preserved. When you sign in again, you'll find everything as you left it.

Delete Account¶

If you want to permanently delete your account:

1. Go to the Profile tab
2. Open Settings (gear icon)
3. Scroll down and tap Delete Account
4. Read the overview of which data will be deleted (profile, bills, events, friendships, files)
5. Check the confirmation checkbox ("I understand that this action cannot be undone")
6. Tap Permanently Delete Account and confirm in the dialog

After deletion, you'll be automatically signed out and receive a confirmation email.