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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about a home inventory app: no account, where records stay, warranties, receipts, and the free inventory PDF.

01. General

What is AruHome?

AruHome is a complete digital home manual and management app. It helps homeowners and renters organize their assets, schedule maintenance, track warranties, and monitor home expenses—all stored locally on your device.

Who is AruHome for?

It's designed for anyone who manages a living space: new homeowners trying to get organized, established homeowners protecting their investment, real estate sellers documenting property value, and renters keeping track of landlord assets and leases.

Is AruHome free?

AruHome offers a free tier with core features. An optional one-time Toolkit unlock (not a subscription) adds unlimited homes and assets, full history, extra PDF reports, and advanced tools. Pricing may differ slightly between Android and iOS store listings.

Is AruHome available for renters?

Absolutely. Renters use AruHome to log move-in condition photos, track serial numbers of their personal electronics for insurance, and store digital copies of lease agreements.

Does AruHome support multiple properties?

Yes! If you manage a primary residence, a vacation home, or rental properties, you can create distinct 'Homes' within the app to keep the data completely separate.

02. Privacy & Data

Does AruHome require an account?

No. Because AruHome is built with a local-first architecture, you don't need to create an account, verify an email, or sign in to start using the app.

Where is my data stored?

Your data is stored strictly on your device's local storage. We do not maintain a central cloud database of our users' home inventories.

Does AruHome upload my data?

No. AruHome never silently uploads your photos, receipts, or serial numbers to third-party servers for advertising or tracking.

Does AruHome work offline?

Yes! Since your data lives on your device, you can access your HVAC model number while standing in a basement with zero cellular or Wi-Fi signal.

Can I export my data?

Absolutely. You own your data. You can export your entire database as a standard JSON file or generate beautiful PDF reports at any time.

What happens if my phone is lost or damaged?

AruHome stores your data locally on your device. We recommend regularly using the built-in backup/export feature and storing your backup in a secure location.

03. Features

What can I track?

You can track appliances, electronics, furniture, tools, home systems (HVAC, plumbing), structural elements (roof, deck), and even paint colors by room.

How does maintenance scheduling work?

When you add an asset, AruHome can suggest standard maintenance tasks (like changing a water filter every 6 months). You'll receive local push notifications when a task is due.

What are Maintenance Templates?

They are step-by-step guides built into the app for common tasks. They tell you the difficulty, time required, tools needed, and steps to safely complete DIY maintenance.

How does warranty tracking work?

Input your purchase date and warranty length. AruHome will automatically send you alerts 30 days, 7 days, and 1 day before the warranty expires.

What is the Burden Ratio?

It's a financial tool that compares the cost of an upcoming repair against the depreciated value of your asset. It helps you decide mathematically whether to repair or replace.

How does OCR work?

Our Smart Scan feature uses your camera to instantly read the manufacturer's sticker on an appliance, automatically extracting the complex model and serial numbers.

What are QR codes used for?

You can generate a QR code for any asset and stick it on the item. Later, anyone in your household can scan it to instantly pull up its manuals, warranty, and maintenance history.

Can I store receipts and documents?

Yes, you can use your camera to scan paper receipts or upload PDFs (like user manuals or contractor invoices) directly to an asset's profile.

04. Backup & Sync

How does backup/restore work?

You can manually trigger a backup to create an encrypted archive of your database and photos. Save this file to your personal cloud (iCloud/Google Drive). To restore, simply open the file in AruHome.

Can I transfer my data to another phone?

Yes. Generate a backup file on your old phone, send it to your new phone (via Airdrop, email, or cloud drive), and import it into the newly installed AruHome app.

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Keep your inventory, maintenance, warranties and records organized in one place.

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