Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about BillFlow
What is BillFlow and how does it help me manage bills?
BillFlow is a smart bill tracker and cash flow planner that helps you visualize upcoming bills, track payment due dates, manage subscriptions, and project your cash flow. It provides calendar views, payment reminders, and cash flow visualization to help you stay on top of your finances.
Is my financial data secure with BillFlow?
Yes! BillFlow stores all your data locally in your browser using IndexedDB. Your bills, payment history, and financial information never leave your device. There are no servers storing your personal financial data, making it completely private and secure.
Does BillFlow work offline?
Yes, BillFlow works completely offline since all data is stored locally in your browser. You can track bills, mark payments, and view your cash flow timeline without an internet connection.
Can I share my bill calendar with family or roommates?
Yes! BillFlow includes a share feature that lets you generate a shareable link with your bill schedule. Anyone with the link can view the bills and mark them as paid. This is perfect for coordinating household bills with partners or roommates.
How do I set up recurring bills in BillFlow?
When adding a bill, you can select the frequency (monthly, biweekly, quarterly, annual, or custom). BillFlow will automatically generate future bill instances for the next 3 months, so you can see all upcoming payments in your calendar and cash flow timeline.
Can BillFlow send me reminders for upcoming bills?
Yes! BillFlow supports browser notifications to remind you of upcoming bills. You can customize reminder timing (3 days before, 1 day before, day of) and enable/disable notifications in the settings.
How does the Cash Flow Timeline feature work?
The Cash Flow Timeline visualizes your projected account balance over the next 30, 60, or 90 days. It shows when bills will decrease your balance and when paychecks will increase it. The "river" visualization uses colors to indicate balance health: green for healthy, amber for getting tight, and red for approaching zero or negative.
Can I export my bill data from BillFlow?
Yes! BillFlow supports multiple export formats: CSV for bills and payment history, JSON for complete data backup, and iCalendar (.ics) format so you can import bill due dates into your calendar app.
How does the Subscription Tracker work?
The Subscription Tracker filters your bills to show only subscription services. It calculates your total monthly and annual subscription spending, highlights annual renewals coming up, and helps you identify subscriptions you might want to cancel.
Does BillFlow require an account or login?
No! BillFlow is 100% client-side and requires no account creation, login, or authentication. Just open the app and start tracking your bills immediately. All your data stays in your browser.
Can I use BillFlow on mobile devices?
Yes! BillFlow is fully responsive and optimized for mobile devices. It includes mobile-specific features like swipe gestures to mark bills as paid, a floating action button for quick bill entry, and a bottom navigation bar for easy thumb access.
What happens if I clear my browser data?
If you clear your browser data, your BillFlow data will be deleted since it's stored locally. We recommend exporting your data regularly as a backup using the JSON export feature in Settings. You can then import it back if needed.
How accurate are the cash flow projections?
Cash flow projections are based on your input data (bills, paychecks, and starting balance). The accuracy depends on how complete and up-to-date your bill information is. BillFlow shows you exactly when bills will impact your balance, but it cannot predict unexpected expenses.
Can I track variable bills like utilities?
Yes! When creating recurring bills, you can adjust the amount for each instance if it varies. The payment history feature also lets you track how utility bills change month-over-month, helping you spot trends and anomalies.
Is BillFlow free to use?
Yes! BillFlow is completely free to use with no premium features, subscriptions, or hidden costs. All features are available to everyone.
What keyboard shortcuts are available?
BillFlow supports several keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation: • Ctrl/Cmd + H - Go to Dashboard • Ctrl/Cmd + 1 - Go to Calendar • Ctrl/Cmd + 2 - Go to Cash Flow • Ctrl/Cmd + 3 - Go to Bills • Ctrl/Cmd + 4 - Go to Reports • Ctrl/Cmd + 5 - Go to Settings • Ctrl/Cmd + N - Add New Bill (on Bills page) • Ctrl/Cmd + / or ? - Open FAQ (help)
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