❓ FAQ & Troubleshooting

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🔧 Troubleshooting

I forgot my PIN

Use the "Forgot PIN?" link on the PIN entry screen. You will receive an email with a reset link. For security, PINs can only be reset by the account owner.

Points are not updating

Click the refresh button in the header. The page auto-refreshes every 30 seconds, but you can manually refresh anytime.

Reward button is disabled (gray)

Gray buttons mean the earner does not have enough points yet. The point cost is shown on the button - keep earning!

I accidentally redeemed the wrong reward

Go to Settings, then Redemption History and click "Refund" next to the incorrect redemption. Points will be automatically returned.

I added points by mistake

Go to Settings, then Manual Points History and click "Remove" next to the incorrect transaction. The points will be deducted.

How do I clean up old history?

In Settings, both Redemption History and Manual Points History have a "Hide History (30+ days old)" button to clean up old entries.

Task is stuck on cooldown

Cooldowns are based on the frequency you set (daily, weekly, etc.). If you need to reset a task early, you can tap the completed task and confirm to reset it.

❓ General Questions

How many earners can I add?

  • Free Plan: 2 earners
  • Basic Plan Basic: Up to 3 earners
  • Plus Plan Plus: Unlimited earners

Can I customize tasks and rewards?

Yes, on Basic and Plus plans. Free plan users use pre-made tasks and rewards based on their profile.

Can I use this on my phone?

Yes! The dashboard is fully responsive and works great on phones and tablets. You can also add it to your home screen for app-like access.

Do points expire?

No, points never expire. Earners can save up as long as they want.

Can I have different rewards for different earners?

Currently, all earners see the same rewards. You can add age-appropriate rewards and let each earner know which ones are for them.

What if siblings fight over rewards?

Each earner has their own point balance. They cannot spend each others points, so there is no competition for the same points.

Can multiple people use the same account?

Yes! Anyone with the login credentials can access the dashboard. Only people with the PIN can access settings. For shared management, consider adding Co-Admins.

🔄 Recurring Tasks FAQ

What happens to my streaks if I downgrade from Plus?

Your streak data is preserved but hidden. If you upgrade back to Plus, your streaks will be restored exactly where they were.

Can I have different recurring tasks for different earners?

Yes! Each recurring task is assigned to a specific earner. You can create completely different task lists for each earner.

What are shared tasks and how do they work?

Shared tasks are assigned to "Everyone" instead of a specific earner. They appear on ALL earner cards. When any earner completes the task, they earn the points and it is marked done for everyone until it resets.

What if an earner misses a task while I am not around?

Use Vacation Mode to automatically skip all tasks during extended absences. If penalties are enabled and a task is missed without being skipped, the penalty will be applied at reset time.

🖥️ Kiosk Mode FAQ

Can I use Kiosk Mode on multiple tablets?

Yes! Each tablet/browser has its own Kiosk Mode setting stored locally. You can have some devices in Kiosk Mode and others in normal mode.

How do I exit Kiosk Mode?

Tap the Kiosk button in the header and enter your PIN to exit. The PIN prevents kids from accidentally exiting.

✅ Simple Mode FAQ

What is Simple Mode?

Simple Mode hides points, badges, and rewards, turning PointWiseSystem into a clean task tracker. Perfect for teens, adults, or anyone who prefers straightforward task tracking without gamification.

Can I use Simple Mode for a teen/adult chore chart?

Yes! Enable it in Settings, Display Mode. Everyone can mark tasks complete and see their progress in the Insights Panel.

Are points still tracked in Simple Mode?

Yes! Points are tracked internally even when hidden. If you switch back to Points Mode, all your data is preserved.

🔒 Security & Data

Is my data safe?

Yes! All data is encrypted and stored securely on AWS. Each family data is completely isolated - you can only see your own earners and points.

Can I export my data?

Yes, Basic and Plus subscribers can export transactions, redemptions, and earner data as CSV files from Settings.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

Your data is preserved for 90 days. You can reactivate anytime during that period and pick up where you left off.

📧 Need More Help?

If you have questions not covered here, Basic and Plus subscribers can submit a support ticket from their Settings page.

📌 Support Expectations: Support is provided by a small team and is not available 24/7. We typically respond within 24-48 hours on business days. The system has alerting and monitoring in place for downtime issues.
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