A chore reminder belongs to one chore.

Notification Settings control the broader types of updates a family member receives from S’moresUp.

The right setup helps the family notice useful information without making every device noisy.

Quick Start

1. Allow S’moresUp notifications in the device settings.
2. Open Notification Settings in the app.
3. Check the parent and child profiles.
4. Keep the updates each person needs.
5. Turn off notifications that create noise.
6. Test one chore reminder and one completion update.

Exact menu names may differ between iOS and Android.

Reminder Versus Notification Setting

These controls are connected but different.

Chore Reminder

A reminder is attached to one chore.

Example:

Remind Maya 15 minutes before “Feed the dog.”

Notification Setting

A notification setting controls a broader update type.

Example:

Notify the parent when a child completes a chore.

A chore can have a reminder, but the device still needs permission to show it.

Allow Notifications on the Device

S’moresUp cannot show normal push notifications when device permission is off.

Check the device settings for:

• Notification permission
• Lock-screen alerts
• Banners
• Sounds
• Focus or Do Not Disturb
• Battery-saving limits
• Background app restrictions

iOS and Android organize these settings differently.

After changing device permission, reopen S’moresUp and test one reminder.

Child Chore Reminders

Child reminders help the assigned family member notice an upcoming chore.

Useful examples:

• Feed the pet
• Pack the backpack
• Put trash out
• Start the bedtime routine
• Prepare sports equipment

A chore may provide a default reminder 15 minutes before the due time.

Families can change the timing and add multiple reminders.

Start with one reminder that arrives when the child can act.

Parent Reminders for a Child’s Chore

A parent can receive a reminder connected to a child’s chore.

This may help when:

• The child is learning a new routine
• The chore is time-sensitive
• The parent needs to check the first few occurrences
• A younger child uses a shared device
• The responsibility affects the whole household

Parent reminders should support the system—not return every chore to the parent’s voice.

As the child becomes more independent, reduce parent reminders where possible.

Completion Notifications

Parents can receive notifications when a chore is completed, based on the current settings.

This can help a parent:

• Notice progress
• Review Photo Proof
• Open the approval queue
• Recognize the child’s contribution
• Follow up on an important responsibility

A completion notification does not always mean the chore is fully approved.

When Parent Approval is on, the chore still waits for review.

Approval Notifications

Approval-related updates may include:

• A chore is waiting for approval
• A chore was approved
• A chore was rejected and returned
• A family member submitted the chore again

Current notification labels and recipient behavior should be verified before publication.

When a chore is rejected:

• It returns to the active chore list
• No S’mores are awarded
• The family member can complete it again
• The original submitted photo is no longer visible

A clear rejection message helps the child know what to fix.

Excuse Notifications

Only a parent can excuse a chore occurrence.

The assigned child is notified when the occurrence is excused.

Excuse:

• Removes the expectation for that instance
• Awards no S’mores
• Preserves the chore streak
• Preserves the member’s daily streak
• Keeps future occurrences active

The notification should make it clear that the family member does not need to complete that occurrence.

Keep Notifications Useful

Keep an update when it leads to a useful action.

Examples:

• Child reminder before a real deadline
• Parent approval alert
• Completion notice for a new routine
• Excuse update for the assigned child

Turn down or remove an update when:

• Nobody responds to it
• It repeats information the family already sees
• It arrives at the wrong time
• It creates noise without action
• A parent no longer needs to monitor that chore

A quieter setup can be more effective.

Parent and Child Settings Can Differ

The child may need:

• Chore reminders
• Assignment-related updates
• Approval or rejection updates
• Excuse notifications

The parent may need:

• Reminders for selected child chores
• Completion notifications
• Approval-needed notifications
• Important family updates

Do not give every family member the same notification list automatically.

What to Check When Nothing Arrives

Check:

1. Is the chore assigned to the correct profile?
2. Is the reminder enabled?
3. Is the reminder time in the future?
4. Does the chore have the expected due time or schedule?
5. Are app notifications allowed on the device?
6. Is Focus or Do Not Disturb blocking it?
7. Is battery saving limiting background activity?
8. Is the family member signed into the correct account?
9. Does the device have internet access?
10. Is the broader notification type enabled in S’moresUp?

Test with one simple chore due later the same day.

iOS and Android Differences

Both platforms support S’moresUp notifications, but the device controls look different.

iOS may include:

• Allow Notifications
• Lock Screen
• Notification Center
• Banners
• Sounds
• Focus modes

Android may include:

• App notification permission
• Notification categories or channels
• Battery optimization
• Background activity
• Do Not Disturb

Avoid using exact platform steps until the current app and operating-system versions are verified.

Common Questions

Can parents and children receive separate reminders?

Yes.

Can a parent receive a notification when a child completes a chore?

Yes, based on notification settings.

Does turning off sound turn off the notification?

Not always. Device alert style and app permission are separate controls.

Why did a completion notification arrive before approval?

Completion and approval are separate steps. The chore may still be waiting for a parent.

Can S’moresUp send more than one reminder?

Yes. Multiple reminders are supported.

Are these Frankie reminders?

No. These are configured S’moresUp reminders and notifications, not adaptive AI nudges.

Best First Action

Choose one important chore.

Set one child reminder and one parent completion or approval notification. Test the full flow, then remove any alert that does not help.

Related Articles

• Set Reminders in S’moresUp
• How Chore Scheduling Works
• How Approvals Work
• How to Set Up Daily Chores