How to View Transactions
Monitor spending and view transaction history
Keep track of every purchase your kids make with comprehensive transaction history and spending insights.
Accessing Transactions
Go to Transactions
Tap Transactions in the navigation menu.
View the list
See all transactions across all family members.
Filter as needed
Use filters to narrow down what you're looking for.
Transaction List
McDonald's
Today
$8.95
Netflix
Yesterday
$15.99
Card Funded
Jan 2
+$25.00
Recent transactions showing purchases and funding
Each transaction shows:
- Merchant name - Where the purchase was made
- Amount - How much was spent (or funded)
- Category - Type of purchase (food, entertainment, etc.)
- Date - When it happened
- Status - Pending or completed
Spending Categories
Transactions are automatically categorized:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Food | Restaurants, grocery stores, food delivery |
| Entertainment | Movies, streaming, games |
| Shopping | Retail stores, online shopping |
| Transport | Ride-sharing, public transit |
| Education | Books, school supplies |
| Health | Pharmacy, fitness |
| Rewards | Card funding from ChoreSplit |
You can change a transaction's category by tapping on it and selecting a different one. This helps keep your spending reports accurate.
Filtering Transactions
Find specific transactions quickly:
- Date range - Last 7 days, 30 days, custom range
- Family member - Filter by specific child
- Category - Show only certain spending types
- Amount - Filter by minimum/maximum amount
- Search - Search by merchant name
Spending Charts
The Transactions page includes visual insights:
- Pie chart - Spending breakdown by category
- Bar chart - Spending over time
- Stats cards - Total spent, transaction count, averages
Tap on a pie chart segment to filter transactions by that category. Tap again to clear the filter.
Transaction Details
Tap any transaction to see:
- Full merchant information
- Merchant category code (MCC)
- Exact timestamp
- Card used
- Option to change category
Pending vs Completed
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pending | Transaction is processing (usually 1-2 days) |
| Completed | Transaction has settled |
| Reversed | Transaction was refunded |
Pending transactions may change amount slightly when they settle (e.g., tips at restaurants). The final amount appears once completed.
What's Next?
- Learn how to export transactions
- Understand freezing a card if you see suspicious activity