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What is a bucket?
A bucket in Otto is a category where you can group related expenses. For example, you might have a bucket for 'Business Expenses' or 'House Renovations' or 'Trip to Italy' to manage specific types of expenses together.

What is the difference between My Buckets and Joined Buckets?
'My Buckets' are the ones you've created and manage. 'Joined Buckets' are those created by others that you've been given access to, allowing you to contribute or view expenses based on permissions set by the creator.

How many buckets can I have?
There is no set limit to the number of buckets for Paid Subscribers in Otto. You can create as many as you need to effectively manage your different types of expenses. Free accounts are limited to only 1 bucket.

Can I export my bucket expenses?
Yes, you can export the expenses recorded in each bucket. Otto allows you to export data in Excel and PDF formats, which can be useful for accounting or archival purposes.

Can I record expenses in different currencies in the same bucket?
Yes. A bucket has a default currency which is the displayed amounts, but each expense can be recorded in different currencies and you can view those within the buckets. When an expense is recorded the correct exchange rate of the day of the expense is used to convert the amount.

How do I share a bucket with others?
To share a bucket, go to the bucket and click the Share button. Click the email icon to sent an email to your contact(s) to invite them into your bucket.

Can I edit a bucket after creating it?
Yes, you can edit the details of a bucket at any time. This includes changing the name, default currency, VAT %, and background colour.

What happens if I delete a bucket
Deleting a bucket will remove all records and data associated with it. This action is irreversible, so ensure that you back up any important data before deletion.

How do I add a new expense to a bucket?
To add a new expense, open the desired bucket and tap the 'Add Expense' button. You can either capture the record automatically from an image in your Phone's Gallery, or take a photo of a receipt. You also will be given the option to upload an Excel or Speak to Otto to log in an expense verbally.

Can I access my buckets on multiple devices?
Yes, Otto can be accessed by multiple mobile phones. However, at this point in time Otto cannot be accessed on your Desktop or Tablet.

What should I do if I spot an error in my expense records?
If you notice an error in your recorded expenses, you can easily edit the entry by navigating to the specific expense in the bucket and selecting the option to edit. Make the necessary corrections and save the updated details. (AI can make mistakes so please do check your details)