Frequently asked questions

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Getting started

Who is Sawwy for?

Small shops and traders in Saudi Arabia: groceries, mobile and electronics shops, perfume and abaya shops, hardware stores, wholesalers with a counter, and anyone who sells, buys and keeps stock.

How long does it take to set up?

Most shops are selling on the first day. Add your items and customers, connect a receipt printer, and you’re ready. You can set up ZATCA later.

Can I bring my items and customers from another system?

Yes. Our team can load your item list, customers, suppliers and opening balances from an Excel sheet when you start.

What happens when my trial ends?

Your 14-day trial ends without charge. Subscribe to keep going; everything you entered during the trial stays.

ZATCA e-invoicing

Is ZATCA included or extra?

Included in every plan. Phase 1 and Phase 2 are never sold as an add-on.

I’m not VAT-registered. Can I still use Sawwy?

Yes. You can sell and print receipts without a VAT number, and switch on e-invoicing the day you register.

Do I need to visit the Fatoora portal?

Once, to get a one-time code during setup. After that, Sawwy talks to ZATCA for you.

What if I make a mistake on an invoice?

Issue a credit note from the invoice. Reported invoices can’t be deleted, by law, and Sawwy keeps that rule for you.

Using the app

Which devices does it work on?

Any recent browser on a computer, tablet or phone. You can install it on a phone or tablet like an app.

Which printers and scanners work?

Standard 80 mm receipt printers and USB or Bluetooth barcode scanners that type like a keyboard. Ask us before you buy and we’ll check your model.

Can my cashiers see my costs and profit?

No. Cashiers can sell, quote, deliver and take payments. Costs, purchases, reports and settings are for managers only.

Does it work in Arabic?

Fully. Each user chooses Arabic or English, and documents print in both.

Data and billing

Who can see my business data?

Only the people you add as users. Each business has its own separate database. Read the privacy policy for how we handle personal data.

Can I take my data with me?

Yes. Every report and list downloads as Excel or PDF, and we’ll give you a full export if you leave.

How do I pay and get my invoice?

Pay by mada, Visa, Mastercard or Apple Pay, or by bank transfer for yearly plans. A tax invoice is emailed for every payment.

Can I cancel any time?

Yes. Your plan stays active to the end of the period you paid for.