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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birdies Board?

Birdies Board is a mobile-friendly golf scorekeeping app that helps you track scores for yourself and your friends during golf rounds. It works entirely in your browser without requiring any downloads or accounts.

How do I start a new round?
  1. Click "Start New Round" on the home page
  2. Enter your course name (any name you like)
  3. Choose between 9 or 18 holes
  4. Select par configuration (Par 3 or Mixed Pars)
  5. Add player names
  6. Click "Start Round" to begin scoring
How does scoring work?

Simply tap on the score input fields for each player and hole to enter their scores. The app automatically:

  • Calculates running totals
  • Shows traditional golf symbols (circles for birdies, squares for eagles, etc.)
  • Updates the leaderboard in real-time
  • Saves your progress automatically
Can I change the par for individual holes?

Yes! You can edit par values directly during your round:

  • Click on any par number in the scorecard
  • Enter the correct par value (3, 4, or 5)
  • The totals and golf symbols update automatically
  • Changes are saved instantly

This is perfect for adjusting course setup on the fly or correcting mistakes.

What do the golf symbols mean?

Birdies Board uses traditional golf scoring symbols around the score numbers:

  • Double blue circles - Eagle (2 under par)
  • Single green circle - Birdie (1 under par)
  • No symbol - Par (even with par)
  • Orange square - Bogey (1 over par)
  • Red square - Double bogey (2 over par)
  • Purple triangle - Triple+ bogey (3+ over par)
Can I use this offline on the golf course?

Yes! Birdies Board works completely offline after the initial page load. All your data is stored locally on your device, so you don't need internet connection while playing your round.

How do I share or save my scorecard?

After completing your round:

  1. Click "Export Scorecard" on the scorecard page
  2. A high-quality image is generated with complete round details
  3. Click "Download Image" to save to your device
  4. Share the image on social media or with friends

The exported scorecard includes all scores, totals, winner announcement, and player performance summaries.

Can I view my previous rounds?

Yes! Your completed rounds appear in the "Recent Rounds" section on the home page. You can:

  • View exported scorecard images if you saved them
  • See round summaries for all completed rounds
  • Access the last 10 completed rounds
Important: All round data is stored locally in your browser and will be permanently deleted if you clear your browser's cache or browsing history. Export important scorecards as photos to preserve them.
How many players can I add?

You can add multiple players to track scores for your entire group. The app displays everyone's scores side by side and maintains a live leaderboard throughout the round.

Handicap Support: When adding players, you can include their handicaps to calculate net scores alongside gross scores for fair competition.

Is this mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Birdies Board is designed mobile-first for easy use on the golf course. It works great on phones, tablets, and desktop computers with touch-friendly buttons and clear, readable text.

Can I add Birdies Board to my home screen?

Yes! You can install Birdies Board as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for easy access directly from your home screen with our custom bird logo icon.

For iOS (iPhone/iPad):
  1. Open Birdies Board in Safari browser
  2. Tap the Share button (square with arrow up)
  3. Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"
  4. Tap "Add" to confirm
For Android:
  1. Open Birdies Board in Chrome browser
  2. Tap the menu (three dots) in the top-right
  3. Tap "Add to Home screen" or "Install app"
  4. Tap "Add" to confirm
Pro Tip: Once installed, Birdies Board will work offline and appear as a native app with our custom logo on your home screen!

Browser Compatibility: Works with Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, and other Chromium-based browsers. For the best experience on iOS, use Safari.

Can I pause and resume a round?

Yes! Your round automatically saves as you play. If you close the browser or app, you can return later and continue where you left off. Look for the "Continue Current Round" option on the home page.

Is my data private and secure?

Yes! All your golf data stays on your device - nothing is sent to external servers. Birdies Board uses your browser's local storage, so your rounds and scores are completely private to you.

How can I support Birdies Board?

Birdies Board is completely free to use with no ads or subscriptions! If you enjoy using the app and want to support its development, you can buy the developer a beer using the button below or on the homepage.

Your support helps keep Birdies Board:

  • Free forever - No subscription fees or premium features
  • Ad-free - Clean, distraction-free experience on the course
  • Continuously improved - Regular updates and new features
  • Simple and reliable - No complicated accounts or data collection

Every beer helps keep this passion project alive and improving for golfers everywhere!

Need more help?

If you have questions not covered here, try exploring the app - it's designed to be intuitive and user-friendly. Most features are discovered by simply clicking around!

Birdies Board is perfect for golfers who want a simple, reliable way to keep score without complicated features or accounts.