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actual · v26.5.0
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Privacy-focused app for managing your finances
brew install --cask actual 71
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v26.5.02d ago26.4.0→26.5.0
1mo ago26.3.0→26.4.0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Actual is a privacy-focused finance management app designed for personal use. It offers budgeting, expense tracking, and bank account syncing with a local-first approach, making it ideal for users who prioritize data security.
Actual helps users manage their finances by providing tools for budgeting, tracking expenses, and syncing with bank accounts while prioritizing data privacy.
Maturity: The project is mature with strong community support, indicated by 25,420 GitHub stars and active development.
Community: The app gained significant attention on Hacker News when it announced going open-source, receiving 811 points and 318 comments. No discussions were found on Reddit.
Pros
- + Strong focus on privacy and data security
- + Local-first approach ensures data control
- + Active and engaged developer community
Cons
- - No auto-update feature for the app
- - A moderate number of open GitHub issues
Community Mentions
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