Frequently asked questions
Are the calculations accurate?
SalarySnap uses officially published HMRC rates for the current tax year (2026/27). We update rates promptly each April. However, tax rules are complex and may not account for every individual circumstance. For specific advice, please consult a qualified accountant or tax adviser.
Why does my result differ from HMRC's calculator?
HMRC's tax calculator does not distinguish between pension types. If you use salary sacrifice, SalarySnap correctly accounts for National Insurance savings that HMRC's tool doesn't model, meaning your actual take-home is higher than HMRC shows.
Is my data safe?
Yes. SalarySnap processes everything on your device. No data is sent to any server. We don't have accounts, analytics, or tracking of any kind. Your salary information never leaves your phone. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
What's included in the free version?
The core salary calculator, net-to-gross reverse mode, Scottish tax rates, all deduction types (income tax, NI, student loans, pension, child benefit), salary comparison, percentile ranking, fiscal drag calculator, tax efficiency score, smart threshold alerts, Home Screen widgets, Siri Shortcuts, and dark mode. All free, with no ads, forever.
What does Pro include?
Pro unlocks six additional tools: Pension Optimiser, £100k Tax Trap Visualiser, Bonus Calculator, Salary Sacrifice Simulator, Cost of Living Comparison, and Tax Year Comparison. It also adds enhanced salary comparison (with bonuses and employer pension match) and PDF/CSV export from any screen. Payslip Checker with AI-powered OCR is coming soon as a Pro feature.
How much does Pro cost?
Pro is available as an annual subscription at £7.99 per year or a one-time lifetime purchase at £19.99. New subscribers get a 7-day free trial with full access to all Pro features.
How do I start the free trial?
Open SalarySnap and tap any Pro feature. You'll be offered a 7-day free trial. If you cancel before the trial ends, you won't be charged. You can cancel at any time in Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Go to Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions on your iPhone. Find SalarySnap and tap Cancel Subscription. Your Pro access will continue until the end of the current billing period. Apple does not provide refunds for partial subscription periods.
I purchased the lifetime option. How do I restore it?
Open SalarySnap and go to Settings within the app. Tap "Restore Purchases". Your lifetime access will be restored as long as you're signed in with the same Apple Account you used for the original purchase.
Does SalarySnap support Scottish tax rates?
Yes. All six Scottish income tax bands are fully supported. You can select your tax region per calculation and per comparison.
Which student loan plans are supported?
Plan 1, Plan 2, Plan 4, Plan 5, and Postgraduate Loan, all with accurate 2026/27 thresholds and repayment rates.
How will the Payslip Checker work?
Payslip Checker is coming soon. You'll be able to scan a physical payslip using your camera, import a photo or PDF from your files, or enter figures manually. The app will use Apple's on-device Vision framework to extract the numbers, then compare them against what HMRC rules say you should have been paid. Any discrepancies will be flagged with plain-English explanations. All processing will happen on your device.
When will the app be updated for the new tax year?
We aim to update HMRC rates within the first week of each new tax year (early April). The app clearly shows which tax year's rates are being used in every calculation.
I found a bug or have a feature request
Please email us at support@salarysnap.app with as much detail as possible. If it's a bug, include what you were doing when it happened and any screenshots that might help. We read every email.