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7 Best Expense Tracker Apps in 2026 (Honest Comparison)
We tested every major expense tracker so you don't have to. Here's which ones are actually worth your money — and which ones are selling your data.
5 Best Privacy-First Finance Apps That Don't Link Your Bank (2026)
Your bank password belongs to you. These 5 apps agree. A deep dive into privacy-first expense trackers that never touch your bank credentials.
The Privacy-First AI: Why We Don't Train on Your Data
Most AI companies view your data as "fuel" for their models. We view it as toxic waste. Here is why we refuse to train on your financial life.
The Anti-Automation Manifesto: Why "Set It and Forget It" Is Making You Poor
We were promised that automation would save us money. The data says otherwise. Why reliable wealth requires a little bit of friction.
AI Without the Storage: Why "Stateless" Is the Only Safe AI
Most AI apps are data vacuums. They train on your life. Finly is different. We built a "Stateless" AI that forgets you the moment it answers you.
The Privacy-First Guide to Budgeting in 2026: Why Offline is the New Luxury
Stop trading your financial data for convenience. Discover how to build a robust budgeting system that keeps your bank credentials safe and your spending private.