Is FairSplitter free to use?

Yes, FairSplitter is completely free. All features — expense splitting, group management, multi-currency tracking, and settlement recording — are included at no cost with no subscription required.

Do my friends need to install FairSplitter to split expenses?

No. You can add anyone by name and phone number without them needing the app — useful for splitting with people who aren't tech-savvy. If your friend does have FairSplitter, you can also link to their account by email or phone so you both see the shared balance.

How do I split a bill unevenly between friends?

Tap Add Expense, enter the total amount, then choose a split method: Equal splits it evenly, Percentage lets you assign a share to each person (e.g., 60%/40%), and Custom lets you type each person's exact amount. FairSplitter automatically calculates who owes what.

How do I settle up with friends?

FairSplitter shows your net balance with each person — who owes whom and the exact amount. When a payment happens (cash, bank transfer, UPI, PayPal, Venmo, or any method), you record it in the app to mark the debt settled. FairSplitter tracks the record; the actual money transfer happens through whichever payment method you prefer.

Can I use FairSplitter for international trips with multiple currencies?

Yes. FairSplitter supports multiple currencies with automatic conversion, so you can add expenses in local currency (euros, yen, pesos, etc.) and see balances converted to your home currency. This makes it straightforward to settle up after an international trip.

Can I use FairSplitter offline?

Yes. You can add and view expenses without an internet connection. Any changes made offline sync automatically when you reconnect.

What's the difference between a friend and a group in FairSplitter?

A friend is a one-on-one connection for tracking expenses between two people. A group lets you add multiple people under one name (e.g., 'Bali Trip 2025' or 'Apartment 4B') so all shared expenses for that context stay organized together. You can have both: individual balances with each friend, and separate group balances.

Can I edit or delete an expense after adding it?

Yes, you can edit or delete any expense at any time. Every change is logged in the activity history so all group members can see what was updated and when.

How do I add a friend in FairSplitter?

You can add a friend by email address, phone number, or just their name. If they have a FairSplitter account, linking by email or phone connects your balances so you both see the same figures. If they don't have the app, adding them by name still lets you track what they owe you locally.

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How to Use FairSplitter: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about FairSplitter — adding expenses, splitting bills, creating groups, settling up, and tracking balances. Links to detailed step-by-step guides for every flow.

FairSplitter Team·March 1, 2026·3 min read

Using FairSplitter to split expenses with friends

FairSplitter is a free iOS app for splitting expenses with friends and groups. This page covers the basics and links to detailed guides for each workflow.

What FairSplitter Does

Split any expense equally, by exact amount, by percentage, or by shares
Track group expenses for trips, apartments, couples, events, or projects
Record settlements when payments happen — via cash, Venmo, PayPal, UPI, bank transfer, or any method
Work offline — add expenses anywhere, sync when reconnected
Multi-currency — log expenses in any currency with automatic conversion
No account required for friends — add anyone by name or phone number; they don't need the app

Everything is free. There is no subscription or premium tier.

The Home Screen

When you open FairSplitter, you land on the Home tab. The tab bar at the bottom has four tabs: Home, Groups, Activity, Profile.

The Home screen shows:

Your balance card — your net balance across all friends and groups (green if others owe you, red if you owe others), with sub-totals for "owed to you" and "you owe"
Balances with Friends — a list of everyone you share expenses with, showing their name, whether they owe you (green) or you owe them (red), and the amount
+ button — floating button in the bottom-right corner to add a new expense

Tap any friend's name to see your full expense history with them.

Core Flows

Adding and splitting an expense

Tap + on the Home tab, fill in the description, amount, who paid, and who to split with. Choose from four split methods: Equal, Exact, Percent, or Shares.

→ Step-by-step: How to Add and Split an Expense

Creating a group

Tap the Groups tab → +. Set a name, type (Home, Trip, Couple, Event, Project, General), currency, and add members. Enable Simplify Debts to minimize the number of transfers needed to settle.

→ Step-by-step: How to Create and Manage a Group

Settling up

On the Home tab, tap a friend's name → tap Settle up → record the payment. FairSplitter marks the balance as settled; the money transfer happens through whatever payment method you choose.

→ Step-by-step: How to Settle Up with Friends

Splitting rent with roommates

Create a Home group, add roommates, and log each bill as it's paid throughout the month. Use Percent split for rent divided by room size. Settle monthly.

→ Step-by-step: How to Split Rent with Roommates

Tracking a group trip

Create a Trip group before you leave, log expenses as they happen (including which group members were present for each), and settle up after you return.

→ Step-by-step: How to Track Group Trip Expenses

Quick Answers

Do my friends need to install FairSplitter? No. You can add anyone by name and phone number. If they later download the app with the same contact details, balances sync automatically.

Is FairSplitter free? Yes. All features — multi-currency, offline mode, groups, flexible splits, activity history — are free with no subscription.

Does FairSplitter process payments? No. FairSplitter records that a settlement happened. The money moves through whatever payment method you choose (cash, Venmo, PayPal, etc.).

Does it work offline? Yes. Add and view expenses without a connection. Changes sync when you're back online.

Is it available on Android? Currently iOS only. Android is in development.

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