SmartHub Tutorial

Both platforms are part of Butte Electric’s online account management system for members.

The website has additional functionality that allows members to manage notifications, update their stored payment methods, and change their personal information.

Both the web version and mobile app allow members to securely access their account information, view bills and payment history, make payments, view energy use, and report outages.

The free, secure mobile app is available to download and install on mobile devices and tablets.

Yes. All critical information is encrypted in every transaction run and no personal information is stored on your phone or tablet.

Mobile devices do offer you the ability to store your login information for apps installed on the device. If you choose to store your login information, any person who has access to your mobile device can access your account.

Members can sign up for SmartHub via the login page. To create a new online account, click “New User? Sign up to access our Self Service site” on the login page for SmartHub.

Residential members will need to have their account number on hand before starting this process.
Commercial members will need to have the tax ID number for their business. After clicking on the “New User” button, type your billing account number, last name or business and email address in the requested fields. Follow the steps to set up your online account.

To register, click here and enter your new account number, the name on the account and an email address. You will receive an email with a temporary password that you can use to log in. Once you log in to SmartHub with this temporary password, you will be prompted to change your password.

What happens if my temporary password doesn’t work and/or I’m locked out before I can register? Please try to register again. You will receive another temporary password, and you can try again. Check your junk mail if you don't see the temporary password email.

Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play on your phone or tablet and search for “SmartHub.” Select our free and secure app to begin the download process.

If you have already registered via the web portal, you will be able to log into the app immediately. If you haven't registered yet, follow the instructions below.

Members can sign up for SmartHub via the login page. To create a new online account, click “New User? Sign up to access our Self Service site” on the login page for SmartHub.

Residential members will need to have their account number on hand before starting this process.
Commercial members will need to have the tax ID number for their business. After clicking on the “New User” button, type your billing account number, last name or business and email address in the requested fields. Follow the steps to set up your online account.

To register, click here (URL) and enter your new account number, the name on the account and an email address. You will receive an email with a temporary password that you can use to log in. Once you log in to SmartHub with this temporary password, you will be prompted to change your password.

What happens if my temporary password doesn’t work and/or I’m locked out before I can register? Please try to register again. You will receive another temporary password, and you can try again. Check your junk mail if you don't see the temporary password email.

Want information on paperless billing, outage alerts and usage updates straight to your email or through SMS? Use SmartHub to update your notifications preferences.

Log in to your SmartHub account
Click on "Notifications"
Click Manage Contacts to add or change email address and phone numbers
Add email address or phone number
Enter verification code to activate
Click on Manage Notifications to update/change SMS and email alerts

For information on registering for SmartHub, please visit [URL].

*If you sign up for text message notifications, you will still receive a paper copy of your bill. If you wish to not receive a paper bill, make sure to sign up for paperless billing with a valid email address.

Once you have your text and/or email addresses set up, do the following:

Click Notifications
Manage Notifications
Billing or Service or Usage
Select Text Message and/or E-mail options

Auto Pay is a convenient option to pay your bill each month.

Auto Pay allows you to pay your monthly bill through an automated draft from your bank account or credit card at no extra charge. By enrolling in Auto Pay, you authorize Butte Electric to withdraw funds from your selected account to pay your monthly bill on the due date.

No, you are not required to sign up for it. We offer it for your convenience only. If you prefer to mail your payment or schedule it through your bank, please do so.

First, you must have provided a bank account and/or credit/debit card information to enroll in Auto Pay.

On the website:

Click on Billing & Payments
Click on Auto Pay Program on the sidebar
Click on Sign Up for Auto Pay
Accept the Terms and Conditions then follow the instructions.

On the app:

Select Pay My Bill
Select Auto Pay Program
Follow the instructions above.

You can save bank account and/or credit/debit card information for future bill payments. If you plan to enroll in the Auto Pay Program, you’ll be required to provide a stored payment account to pay your Butte Electric bill.

On the website:

Click My Profile
Click on Manage My Stored Payment Accounts
Follow the instructions to provide a bank account or card information.
You can add multiple bank accounts and cards under your stored payment accounts.

On the app:

Select Pay My Bill
Select Stored Payment Accounts
Select Add a Payment Method
Select which type of card or bank account information you will provide
Follow the instructions to provide a bank account or card information.

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