When you first create an account with TutorCruncher, you are initially given two branches. There is your main branch, which is the live branch that you operate and manage your tutoring business from, and your demo branch, which is a testing environment from which you can test out different parts of your TutorCruncher platforms without those changes affecting anything in your main branch.
You can access your demo branch by selecting your branch name from the top left hand corner of your dashboard and choosing 'View demo data' from the dropdown menu.
Accessing the demo branch.
Once in the demo branch, you can select Switch to live at the top left hand side of the dashboard to return to your main branch.
An example of a demo branch dashboard, with the Switch to live button highlighted.
Multiple Branches
You can have multiple branches within your company’s TutorCruncher platform to split up business reporting, users and have separate tax settings and billing flows if needed. This is particularly useful for multi-branch companies who might have different centres throughout a country, or have multiple branches across different countries.
Extra branches are easy to set up - message the team at support@tutorcruncher.com with the desired name of your new branch and let us know whether you would like to copy any settings across to the new branch, or start a completely blank branch with default settings.
How do I cycle between my company’s different branches?
Simply click on the branch’s name at the top left hand side of the screen and choose the branch you’d like to navigate to from the dropdown menu.
Can I specify the default branch that my Tutors can sign up to?
If your company has multiple branches, you can specify which branch is the default that your Tutors can sign up to via the ‘Default signup branch’ dropdown menu found via System > Settings > Company Details > Company Details.
Deleting a Branch
Message the team at support@tutorcruncher.com specifying the branch you would like to remove and we can make that happen.
Note: If the branch you wish to delete is set as your company's default branch, it can't be deleted right away. You'll first need to change the 'Default Signup Branch' to a different branch by navigating to System > Settings > Company Details. Once that's updated, the original branch can be removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I make a new branch or company account?
Key Differences Between Branches and Separate Company Accounts
Branches
Branches are sub accounts within a single company account. They are designed to operate independently while sharing the same URL and branding.
Use Cases: Ideal for businesses operating in multiple regions or managing different product lines under a unified brand.
You can easily switch between branches from the top-left menu within the same company account. This allows for streamlined management of multiple branches.
Separate Company Accounts
Separate company accounts are entirely independent entities. They do not share URLs, branding, or any operational links.
Use Cases: Suitable for businesses that require complete independence between operations, such as distinct legal entities or unrelated business ventures.
Admins cannot switch between separate company accounts as they can with branches. Each account operates in isolation.
Can my Tutors have one login across multiple branches/agencies?
Yes, this is done via the Global Profile - read more about that here.