Step 1: Determine the goal, pool size, and round frequency
Start by defining the parameters of the tanda based on the group’s shared financial rhythm. Common schedules include:
- Weekly tandas: Best for gig workers, freelancers, or local market vendors.
- Bi-weekly (quincenal) tandas: Perfect for salaried employees paid on the 15th and 30th of each month.
- Monthly tandas: Ideal for larger lump-sum goals like travel, holiday shopping, or capital purchases.
Step 2: Carefully select and vet your members
A tanda is only as strong as the commitment of its members. Prioritize people you know personally with steady income sources. Clearly communicate the importance of punctual payments to protect everyone’s timeline.
Step 3: Assign turns fairly and thoughtfully
Some members will need early numbers for urgent expenses (medical bills, school fees), while others prefer later numbers to use the tanda as a forced end-of-year bonus. Assign numbers transparently, or conduct a friendly random drawing for remaining spots.
Step 4: Create the group in Tandapp in under 60 seconds
Open Tandapp, tap "Create Tanda", and set the parameters: group name, contribution amount, frequency, and turn schedule. You will receive an invite link or code to share directly via WhatsApp, SMS, or email. Members join with a single tap.
Step 5: Track rounds with automated peace of mind
As each round becomes active, members submit their payments and upload receipts. Tandapp updates the dashboard for everyone automatically: green for paid, red for late, with timestamps for complete accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone take two numbers in the same tanda?
Yes! Members who want to save double can claim two spots in the round rotation and contribute twice per round.
How do members join my group in Tandapp?
As the organizer, you generate an invite link or group code inside the app. Participants simply install the free app and enter your code to join immediately.
Can I track my own personal savings outside the group?
Yes, Tandapp includes a private personal savings goal tracker built right into the app that is 100% confidential and visible only to you.
