Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! Team Maker is perfect for youth football. The app ensures fair playing time and balanced teams so that every player gets equal opportunities on the pitch. Coaches can track each player's development and make sure young talents are nurtured effectively. Especially in youth football, it's important that no child sits on the bench — Team Maker helps with that.

Yes, Team Maker supports flexible team sizes from 5v5 to 11v11 and beyond. Whether you're organising a small indoor tournament with 5-a-side teams or a full-size match, the app adapts to your needs. You can set the team size individually before each generation, and even odd player numbers are distributed intelligently.

Yes, Team Maker works completely offline. All player data and team configurations are stored locally on your device, so you can create teams without an internet connection. This is especially handy on the pitch where network coverage is often poor. Cloud sync via iCloud is optionally available to synchronise your data across devices.

Team Maker is free and offers all core features without limitations. You can manage players, generate teams, and view statistics — all at no cost. For advanced premium features, there is a one-time purchase — no subscription, no hidden fees. Pay once, use forever.

Yes, Team Maker supports importing existing player data via CSV file. This lets you transfer your entire squad list in seconds without having to enter each player manually. Manual entry is also available if you prefer to add players gradually. The import wizard guides you through the process step by step.

Yes, Team Maker is optimised for both iPhone and iPad. On the iPad, you benefit from the larger screen, which is particularly useful when managing large squads and viewing team overviews. The app automatically adapts to the respective screen size and provides an optimal experience on both devices.

Yes! Although Team Maker was originally developed for football, the app works brilliantly for any team sport where fair sides are needed. Basketball, volleyball, handball, hockey — wherever players need to be split by ability, Team Maker helps. The algorithm considers individual player ratings that can be adapted for any sport.

The Team Maker algorithm considers multiple factors to create the most balanced teams possible: skill level, preferred positions, past performance, and chemistry between players. Based on this data, the app calculates the optimal team composition where both sides have an equal overall level. With each use, the algorithm learns and delivers even better results.

Yes, after automatic generation you can manually adjust teams at any time. Players can be swapped between sides via drag and drop if you as a coach prefer certain combinations. The app shows you in real time how the swap affects the team balance, so you always maintain a clear overview.

Your data is safe with Team Maker. All information is stored locally on your device and is never shared with third parties. The optional iCloud synchronisation uses Apple's encrypted infrastructure to transfer your data securely between your devices. Team Maker does not collect personal data and contains no tracking tools or advertising.