hledger is lightweight, cross platform, multi-currency, double-entry accounting software. It lets you track money, investments, cryptocurrencies, invoices, time, inventory and more, in a safe, future-proof plain text data format with full version control and privacy.
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hledger
Robust, intuitive plain text accounting
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hledger is lightweight, cross platform, multi-currency, double-entry accounting software.
It lets you track money, investments, cryptocurrencies, invoices, time, inventory and more,
in a safe, future-proof plain text data format with full version control and privacy.
hledger aims to help both computer experts and regular folks
gain clarity in their finances and time management.
Though the UIs are basic, hledger can model any accounting situation and provide precise, clear reports.
It is reliable, quick, and backed by the highly supportive Plain Text Accounting ecosystem.
Using it is an excellent way to learn double entry accounting.
Compared to other PTA apps,
hledger is actively maintained, with regular releases,
and a strong focus on being easy to use and practical for everyday accounting.
More features:
Installs easily on unix, mac or windows
Complete, built-in documentation in multiple formats, beginner videos, tutorials etc.
After enjoying some personal or organisational success with hledger,
you might want to become one of them, to help support this work.
It's easy! Please see for details.
