Welcome to ItemTracker! This guide will walk you through downloading the app, creating your account, and adding your first items. You'll be organized in minutes.
Installation & Setup
ItemTracker is available for both iOS and Android devices. Download the app from your device's app store to get started.
Platform Support
ItemTracker supports the following platforms and versions:
iOS: iPhone and iPad running iOS 13.0 or later
Android: Devices running Android 8.0 (API level 26) or later
Download the App
Open your app store
Open the App Store on iOS or Google Play Store on Android.
Search for ItemTracker
Type "ItemTracker" in the search bar and look for our app with the blue box icon.
Install the app
Tap Get (iOS) or Install (Android) to download and install the app. The app is free to download.
Note
The app requires approximately 50MB of storage space. Additional space may be needed for photos of your items.
Create an Account
Creating an account enables cloud sync, household sharing, and ensures your inventory is backed up securely.
Sign-in Options
ItemTracker offers multiple ways to sign in:
Google Sign-In: Quick and secure authentication using your Google account
Apple Sign-In: Available on iOS devices for seamless Apple ID integration
Email & Password: Traditional account creation with email verification
Launch the app
Open ItemTracker after installation. You'll see the welcome screen with sign-in options.
Choose your sign-in method
Tap your preferred sign-in option. We recommend Google or Apple Sign-In for the fastest setup.
Grant permissions
Allow ItemTracker to access your camera (for adding item photos) and storage (for saving data locally).
Tip
You can use ItemTracker without an account in "local mode," but your data won't be backed up to the cloud or available on other devices.
Choose Your User Type
When you first open ItemTracker, you'll be asked to select how you'll use the app. This customizes the interface and terminology for your needs.
Homeowner
Organize your personal home with Rooms, Containers, and Items.
Rental Owner
Manage multiple rental properties with Properties, Rooms, Containers, and Items. Includes turnover and cleaner management (Pro).
Cleaner / Property Manager
View assigned properties, verify items during turnovers, and report damage.
Tip
You can change your user type later in Settings. The app adapts its labels and navigation to match your choice.
Add Your First Room or Property
For Homeowners, rooms are the top-level organizational unit representing physical spaces. For Rental Owners, you'll first add a property, then rooms within it.
Navigate to Rooms (or Properties)
Tap the Rooms tab (Homeowners) or Properties tab (Rental Owners) in the bottom navigation bar.
Add a new room
Tap the + button or Add Room to create your first room.
Enter details
Give your room a name (e.g., "Garage", "Kitchen", "Master Bedroom") and optionally add a photo. Rental Owners can name properties (e.g., "Beach House", "Downtown Condo").
Save the room
Tap Save to create the room. It will now appear in your rooms list.
Common Room Types
Garage, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Room, Office, Basement, Attic, Storage Unit
Add Photos
Adding a photo to your room helps with visual identification and navigation.
Add Your First Item
Now that you have a room, let's add your first item. You can add items manually or use AI-powered detection.
Manual Entry
Select a room or container
Navigate to the room where you want to add an item, or select a container within that room.
Tap Add Item
Tap the + button and select Manual Entry.
Fill in item details
Enter the item name, category, quantity, and any notes. Add a photo for easy identification.
Save the item
Tap Save to add the item to your inventory.
AI Detection (Recommended)
Let ItemTracker's AI automatically identify and categorize items from photos:
Choose AI Detection
Tap + and select AI Detection instead of Manual Entry.
Take a photo
Point your camera at the item and take a clear photo. The AI works best with good lighting and a clear view.
Review AI suggestions
The AI will suggest a name, category, and sometimes brand/model information. Review and edit as needed.
Confirm and save
Make any adjustments and tap Save to add the item.
AI Detection Tips
The AI reads text on items to create accurate names. Point the camera at product labels, brand names, or model numbers for the best results. "Board Game" becomes "Monopoly Board Game" when the AI sees the box!
Next Steps
Congratulations! You've set up ItemTracker and added your first items. Here's what to explore next:
Create Containers
Organize items within rooms using containers like shelves, boxes, or drawers.
Generate QR Codes
Print QR labels for containers to quickly scan and see contents.
Invite Your Team
Share your inventory with family members, or invite cleaners and property managers (Pro).
Enable Cloud Sync
Keep your inventory backed up and accessible across all your devices.
