Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We've Got Answers

Everything you need to know about tracking loot for your TTRPG campaigns

Getting Started

Is D20 Loot Tracker really free?

Yes, completely free forever. No credit card required, no hidden fees, no premium tiers. We believe every GM should have access to great tools.

Which game systems are supported?

We support D&D 5e, Pathfinder 2e, and Pathfinder 1e with system-specific features like attunement tracking (5e), bulk calculation (PF2e), rune management (PF2e), and caster levels (PF1e).

Do I need to create an account?

Yes, you'll need a free account to save your campaign data. Sign up with email or Google in under 2 minutes.

Can I try it before signing up?

Yes! Use our demo mode to explore all features with pre-loaded Fellowship of the Ring characters. No account needed for the demo.

Features

How does the rune system work in Pathfinder 2e?

Extract runes from magic items into runestones with one click. Apply potency, striking, resilient, and property runes to weapons and armor. Prices and item levels update automatically. The system validates that you can't stack potency runes and ensures compatibility.

What is the hide/reveal feature?

Hide items on the loot tab to prevent spoilers for players. All item details (name, value, stats, icons) get blurred. Hidden state persists across sessions and devices, and auto-reveals when you assign the item to a player.

Can I organize items into containers?

Yes! Create containers like backpacks, bags of holding, or treasure chests. Rename them inline, reorder with up/down arrows, and transfer items between containers. Each player gets a default 'Carried' container that can't be deleted.

Does it track encumbrance?

For Pathfinder 2e, yes - we track bulk per character. Pathfinder 1e weight tracking is on the roadmap. D&D 5e doesn't have built-in encumbrance tracking (most tables don't use it).

Can I import items from the official APIs?

Yes! Search the D&D 5e SRD or Archives of Nethys (PF1e/PF2e) directly from the app. Item data, prices, bulk, levels, and other stats auto-populate.

Party Management

How many players can I have in a campaign?

Unlimited. Create as many player characters as you need for your table.

Can players access the tracker themselves?

Currently, D20 Loot Tracker is GM-facing. Players can't log in directly, but you can share your screen or use a second device. Multi-user player access is on the roadmap.

How does gold distribution work?

Split gold evenly across all players (plus party fund if enabled) with one click. The system handles decimal precision so no one loses copper pieces to rounding errors.

What is the party fund?

A shared gold pool separate from individual player gold. Enable it in campaign settings. You can choose whether the party fund gets a share when distributing gold.

Technical

Does it work on mobile?

Yes! The web app is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. We also have a native Android app (iOS coming soon).

Is my data safe?

Yes. All data is encrypted and stored securely on Supabase (enterprise-grade database). We never sell your data and you can export or delete it anytime.

Does it work offline?

Not currently. D20 Loot Tracker requires an internet connection for real-time sync. Offline mode is being considered for future updates.

Can I export my campaign data?

CSV/JSON export is on the roadmap. For now, you can view and copy your transaction history and master log.

Is there an API?

Not yet. If you're interested in API access for integrations (Discord bots, VTT modules, etc.), let us know on Discord!

Pricing & Support

Will it always be free?

Yes. D20 Loot Tracker is free forever for GMs and players. We may add optional premium features in the future, but core functionality will always be free.

How do you make money then?

Currently we don't - this is a passion project for the TTRPG community. Future monetization might include optional features like premium integrations or advanced analytics, but the core tracker will always be free.

Can I donate or support the project?

Not yet, but we appreciate the sentiment! The best way to support us is to share D20 Loot Tracker with your gaming group and provide feedback on Discord.

Where can I get help or report bugs?

Join our Discord community! We're active there and respond quickly to questions, bug reports, and feature requests. You can also email connorprovines@gmail.com.

Pathfinder 2e Specific

Can I have multiple potency runes on one weapon?

No. PF2e rules allow only one potency rune per item. The tracker validates this - if you try to apply a +1 rune to a weapon with +2, you'll get an error.

What happens to property runes when I extract fundamental runes?

Property runes stay on the item by default. You can choose which runes to extract individually or use 'Extract All' to remove everything.

Do runestones take up bulk?

No. Extracted runestones are set to 0 bulk automatically (they're Light bulk in rules, which is negligible for inventory tracking).

How does automatic bulk calculation work?

The system adds up bulk from all items a character is carrying (including items in their containers). L (Light) items count as 0.1 bulk. The roadmap includes showing 'X/10' bulk display with encumbrance warnings.

Still Have Questions?

Join our Discord community to chat with other GMs and get quick answers