FAQ's

Get it together, keep it together, and do more together with Fambot

Getting started

What is Fambot?

Fambot turns school emails, newsletters, and calendar updates into a clear daily plan - so parents never miss what matters.

Who is Fambot for?

Busy parents juggling school, activities, and family logistics - especially if you are the one reading the school emails and managing the calendar.

How do I get strated?

Connect your Gmail and Google Calendar, and share a few quick details about your family. Fambot takes it from there.

Do I need a credit card?

Nope. No credit card required. Fambot is free while in beta.Later, we will offer a free tier and a paid tier - you will still be able to use the free tier.

How long does setup take?

A few minutes. Connect, add a little context, and Fambot starts building your Daily Digest and decoding school newsletters.

Does Fambot work with my school?

If your school communications show up in Gmail, there’s a good chance yes. Fambot learns what matters for your kids and your routines.

How it works

How does Fambot work?

Fambot connects to Gmail and Google Calendar (with your permission), reads the family-related emails hiding in your inbox, and turns them into a simple plan.

Fambot also pulls out important events so you can add them to your calendar with one click - and adds details like what to bring - so nothing gets forgotten.

What does Fambot look for?

Things like early dismissal, extracurricular events, schedule changes, sign-ups closing soon, permission slips, what to bring, volunteer needs, and last-minute location updates.

Do I have to forward emails, tag messages, or take screenshots?

No. No forwarding. No tagging. No sorting your inbox. Just connect once - and Fambot is on it.

Does Fambot work for multiple kids and multiple schools?

Yes. Fambot is designed to handle multiple kids, schools, and schedules - and keep it all organized in one place.

What you get every day

What are "Clear actions to take"?

As soon as you connect, Fambot highlights your most important actions for each day - from "sign the permission slip" to "RSVP for Emma’s birthday" to "dress for crazy hair day."

What is "Quick backpack check"?

A quick list of what each kid needs in their backpack to be ready for the day - so you can avoid that second trip back to school because they forgot their violin..

What is "The family calendar"?

Tomorrow at a glance, pulled straight from your calendar - with key details pulled in and ready to add when you want them.

What happens when plans change?

Fambot catches schedule changes and gives you a heads up at the right moment. With your permission, it can also help keep your calendar accurate.

What is "What's on the horizon"?

A look at the week ahead so nothing sneaks up on you. You can check items off, assign tasks, or add your own.

What is the "Email and newsletter decoder"?

Fambot turns long school newsletters into concise actions to take and relevant events you can add to your calendar with a single click.

Think of it as the 30-second summary of school newsletters.

What are "Holiday checklists"?

Personalized checklists that help you get ahead of the chaos so you can be calm, prepared, and present when the holiday arrives.

Notifications

Will Fambot spam me with notifications?

No. The goal is fewer pings, not more. Fambot filters the noise and surfaces what matters - before you even know you need it.

Integrations

What does Fambot integrate with today?

Today, Fambot integrates with Gmail and Google Calendar.

Can I choose which calendars Fambot can access?

Yes. You choose which calendars you share, and you can change that anytime.

Will you support Outlook or Apple Calendar?

Not yet. It’s on our roadmap.

Privacy and Security

Is my data safe with Fambot?

Yes. Fambot uses secure, read-only access to understand what matters. We never sell or share your data.

Does Fambot send emails or message people for me?

No. Fambot never sends emails on your behalf.

Does Fambot edit my calendar without permission?

No. Fambot never edits your calendar without your permission.

Is my data used to train AI models?

No. We do not allow AI models to train on your data.

What happens if I disconnect?

If you disconnect, we erase your account.

Support

How do I contact support?

Email support@fambot.ai and we will help you out.