What's New on Actual Budget: Adding an expense is now the fastest part of your day. We rebuilt manual entry around one idea: you should be able to log a purchase in a couple of taps, or without opening the app at all. **Faster expense entry:** - The title field suggests what you have entered before, so recurring purchases are one tap - Amount shortcuts built from your own spending history, in your own currency - Duplicate an existing expense by swiping or long-pressing it, dated to today and ready to save - The category is now suggested automatically from what you type, and it learns from your corrections. It works in every language the app supports, and it never overrides a category you picked yourself **Add expenses with Siri:** - Say "Add an expense to Actual Budget" and record it with the app closed. Siri asks for the amount and what it was for, and can take a category and a date - Available in the Shortcuts app with no setup, and it speaks your language **iCloud sync:** - Syncing between your iPhone and iPad is more reliable - The sync status is more accurate: it confirms with iCloud before showing Synced, and lets you know when your device is offline, so you are never left guessing **Stability:** - Fixed a case where the app could stay on the "Calculating budget" screen; if the calculation cannot finish, you now get a Retry button instead of an endless spinner - Faster, lighter launch for accounts with a lot of history - Additional stability improvements throughout the app Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback shapes every update we ship.

What's New on Actual Budget: Faster to open, lighter to install. We went after the parts of the app that made it feel slow, and fixed the bugs we found while we were in there. **Performance:** - The opening screens are lighter and no longer run constant background animations, so you reach your budget faster - Long lists and category names appear noticeably quicker throughout the app - The download is about 25 MB smaller after removing components the app no longer used **Bug Fixes:** - Fixed a rare case where the app could stop responding while updating your recurring income and expenses - Fixed a related issue that could create duplicate entries for a single recurring payment - Additional stability improvements throughout the app Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback shapes every update we ship.

What's New on Actual Budget: Smoother under the hood. This update is all about the parts you never see. We refined how the app starts up and runs, and fixed the issues we found along the way. **Performance:** - Behind-the-scenes refinements to how Actual Budget starts up and runs day to day **Bug Fixes:** - Fixed an issue that could cause the app to close unexpectedly right after launch - Fixed a problem in how notifications were handled - Additional stability improvements throughout the app Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback shapes every update we ship.

What's New on Actual Budget: Built for everyone. This update brings full VoiceOver support to the heart of your budgeting experience. Your Safe to Spend dashboard, expenses, savings goals, and every home screen widget now speak clearly — balances and amounts are announced in your language and currency, progress bars read out exactly how much you've spent, and every button and icon describes what it does. Whether you're watching your budget or listening to it, tracking your money is now smoother, clearer, and more confident than ever. Accessibility isn't an extra for us — it's how a great finance app should feel. Thank you for being part of the journey; more thoughtful improvements are on the way.

What's New on Actual Budget: Your Chosen Currency Now Applies Everywhere This update fixes an issue where the currency you selected during setup was not always used throughout the app, along with a visual polish to your first-week cards. Currency Fix: The currency you choose during setup now applies consistently across the entire app -- your Safe to Spend amount, income, and savings goals all display in your selected currency Previously, some users saw their device's regional currency instead of the one they picked Visual Polish: Refined card styling in Light Mode for a cleaner, more consistent look during your first week Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Now Available in 16 Languages Actual Budget now speaks your language. This release brings full localization support for 10 new languages -- Italian, Korean, Japanese, Polish, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Chinese Traditional, Chinese Simplified, and Russian -- joining the existing English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Dutch support. Every screen, widget, and notification is fully translated. New Languages: Italian (Italiano) -- full support including home screen widgets Korean (한국어) -- full support including home screen widgets Japanese (日本語) -- full support including home screen widgets Polish (Polski) -- full support including home screen widgets Danish (Dansk) -- full support including home screen widgets Norwegian (Norsk) -- full support including home screen widgets Swedish (Svenska) -- full support including home screen widgets Chinese Traditional (繁體中文) -- full support including home screen widgets Chinese Simplified (简体中文) -- full support including home screen widgets Russian (Русский) -- full support including home screen widgets New Currencies: South Korean Won (KRW ₩) Polish Zloty (PLN zl) Danish Krone (DKK kr.) Norwegian Krone (NOK kr) Swedish Krona (SEK kr) Taiwan Dollar (TWD NT$) Russian Ruble (RUB PS) Chinese Yuan (CNY Y) Display Improvements: Expense and income summary totals now display correctly in all languages and currencies, including those with wide number formats Bill due dates now show in a compact, clean format that fits every language without wrapping Thank you for using Actual Budget! We are committed to making budgeting accessible to everyone, wherever you are in the world.

What's New on Actual Budget: Budget Numbers Now Stay Accurate When You Edit Income This release fixes a production issue reported by customers where editing or adding income had no visible effect on the Cash Flow forecast and Safe to Spend summary. All budget calculations now update immediately after any income change. Budget Accuracy Fixes: Editing your monthly income now correctly updates your Safe to Spend amount, Weekly Summary, and 30-day Cash Flow forecast Adding a one-time income entry (such as a bonus or freelance payment) now appears in the Cash Flow forecast on the correct day Deleting a recurring income now removes it from all future projections immediately Edit Income Improvements: The Edit Income screen now shows your recurrence setting and frequency, so you can see and change how an income affects your budget Incomes created during initial setup are clearly marked so you always know where your budget numbers come from Financial Wellness: The Financial Wellness card now lets you set or update your stress level directly inside the app -- no more instructions that led to a screen that did not exist Personalized tips now appear as soon as you select a stress level Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Smoother Scrolling and Better Stability This release focuses on making the app faster and more reliable. The home screen now scrolls smoothly on all devices, including 120Hz ProMotion displays. Navigation has been updated for full compatibility with iOS 26, and the subscription system has been made more robust. Performance Improvements: Home screen scrolls at full speed on all devices, including iPhone ProMotion displays Reduced graphics workload so the app stays fast even when your budget has many entries Stability and Compatibility: Navigation is now fully compatible with iOS 26 -- no more crashes when moving between screens on the latest operating system App is more stable when switching between tabs and returning to the home screen Subscription Improvements: Subscription and trial handling improved for a more reliable and consistent experience Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: German and Portuguese Support Plus a Better First Week Two big additions in this release: Actual Budget now speaks German and Brazilian Portuguese, opening the app to millions of users in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Brazil, and Portugal. We also redesigned the entire first-week experience so every new subscriber feels the value of budgeting immediately after purchase. New Languages: Full German localization -- every screen, widget, and notification is now in German Full Brazilian Portuguese localization -- complete translation including widgets and permission dialogs App detects your device language automatically and switches instantly Better First-Week Experience: A full-screen welcome celebrates your purchase and shows everything that is now unlocked An interactive three-task Quick Start guide walks you through adding your first expense, checking your wellness score, and setting a savings goal Daily tips and a streak counter keep you on track through week one Fixed: Quick Start guide no longer reappears after you have completed it Clearer Pricing: Yearly plan now shows the monthly equivalent so you can see exactly what you are paying Benefit descriptions updated to focus on what you gain, not just what features are called Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: A Smoother Subscription Experience and Stability Boost This update focuses on making your subscription experience more reliable and the app more stable overall. We listened to your feedback about unexpected notifications and the occasional confused paywall, and we tightened the logic that decides when to show what. Subscription Reliability: Promotional notifications no longer appear while you are still an active paying subscriber -- no more confusing "60% off" alerts after you have already subscribed More accurate premium status detection after network interruptions, so the subscription screen does not reappear right after you successfully start a trial Cleaner internal purchase flow means faster, more predictable behavior at every step Stability and Performance: Optimized exclusively for iOS 18 and later, eliminating the device-specific crashes some users were experiencing on older systems Removed legacy code paths and unused logic that no longer applied to the current subscription flow Behind-the-scenes improvements throughout to keep the app fast and reliable Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Reliable iCloud Sync Plus iPad Swipe Actions This update fixes the most-reported issue this season -- iCloud sync between iPhone and iPad now works reliably, with changes appearing on your other devices automatically. We also added the iPad swipe and long-press gestures you have been asking for. iCloud Sync Improvements: Changes you make on one device now appear on your other devices reliably and faster Fixed the "I already use this app" restore option timing out on slower connections -- it now waits properly for your data to arrive Sync resumes automatically if you sign out and back into iCloud More accurate sync status indicators in Settings iPad Swipe and Long-Press Actions: Swipe left on any expense, income entry, or savings goal to reveal Edit and Delete actions -- just like on iPhone Long-press any item on iPad to access the same options through a context menu A subtle one-time animation now teaches new iPad users about swipe actions Works correctly in both single and multi-column grid layouts on all iPad models Also on iPhone: Long-press any list item to access edit and delete options via a context menu -- a faster alternative to swiping Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Global Currencies, Smart Notifications & French Language Support This is our biggest update yet -- packed with new currency support, live exchange rates, a fully working notification system, French language support, and critical reliability fixes for recurring transactions. New Currencies & Live Exchange Rates: Added Mexican Peso (MXN) and Brazilian Real (BRL) with automatic detection for users in Mexico and Brazil Exchange rates are now live -- pulled from the European Central Bank and refreshed daily Works offline too -- cached rates are always available, even without an internet connection Smart Notifications -- Now Fully Active: Bill Reminders: Get notified before your bills are due so you never miss a payment Budget Alerts: Receive warnings when you reach 75%, 90%, or 100% of your budget Savings Milestones: Celebrate when you hit 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% of your savings goals All notifications are event-driven -- they only fire when you actively use the app French Language Support: Complete French localization with over 2,500 translated strings Includes all screens, widgets, tips, onboarding, and notifications Natural, finance-aware translations -- not robotic machine output Recurring Transactions -- Now Working Reliably: Fixed a critical issue where recurring expenses and income were not being generated automatically Past-due entries are now created instantly when you open the app Categories are properly carried over to auto-generated entries No more duplicate entries when creating recurring transactions Additional Improvements: Fixed a crash when tapping the Flash Offer quick action from the Home Screen Notification toggle in Settings now correctly reflects your onboarding choice Category names now update immediately when you switch languages French and Spanish text no longer gets cut off on smaller screens Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Stability & Performance Update This update brings important stability and performance improvements to make your experience smoother and more reliable. Stability & Reliability: Fixed 11 potential crash scenarios across budget calculations, data loading, and subscription handling Resolved memory leaks in subscription monitoring and wellness tracking Improved thread safety for smoother background processing Optimized date formatting for better scrolling performance in savings and widget screens General Improvements: Visual refinements to the subscription screen for better clarity General stability and performance improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Quality of Life Update -- Faster Scrolling, Smarter Features & Better Support This update brings meaningful improvements based on your feedback: smoother scrolling, a new recurring frequency option, better discoverability for swipe actions, and important fixes. Performance Improvements: Significantly faster Home screen scrolling -- eliminated unnecessary recalculations and animations that caused lag Summary cards and widgets now load data only once instead of on every scroll Smoother progress animations throughout the app New: "Every 6 Months" Recurring Frequency: Added bi-annual option for recurring transactions and income Perfect for insurance premiums, semi-annual subscriptions, or any expense that repeats every 6 months Fully integrated with cash flow forecasting and budget calculations Swipe Action Hints: First-time users now see a subtle swipe hint on list items in Expenses, Income, and Savings A brief animation reveals that you can swipe to edit or delete items The hint appears once per screen and never bothers you again Bug Fixes: Fixed support email address across all contact and feedback screens Fixed welcome screen subtitle text being cut off on some iPhone models General stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Reliability Update -- Smoother Subscriptions and Polished UI This update focuses on subscription reliability and visual polish to make your experience even smoother. Subscription Improvements: Improved subscription status synchronization for more reliable premium access Enhanced subscription state detection to prevent unnecessary interruptions Better handling of device switching and iCloud restore scenarios Subscription status now self-corrects across app launches for seamless access iPhone UI Refinements: Refined button sizes on empty state screens (Expenses, Income, Savings) for a cleaner look Improved Welcome screen layout with better button positioning on all iPhone models Polished quick-start tutorial buttons for consistent sizing across devices Bug Fixes: Fixed an edge case where subscription status could temporarily show incorrectly after app launch Improved iCloud data restore reliability when switching devices General stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Full iPad Support -- Your Budget, Bigger and Better Actual Budget now runs natively on iPad with a landscape-optimized experience designed for the bigger screen. Whether you manage your budget on iPhone, iPad, or both -- everything stays in sync. Native iPad Experience: Full landscape-optimized layout with sidebar navigation Two-column views for Overview, Budget, Expenses, Income, and Savings Financial Tools (Cash Flow, Debt Tracking, Net Worth) accessible from the sidebar Keyboard shortcuts: Cmd+1 through Cmd+5 for quick tab switching Glass UI design adapted for iPad with enhanced readability Seamless Device Switching: New "I already use this app" option on the welcome screen Switching from iPhone to iPad? Restore your data and subscription with one tap No need to repeat onboarding -- your budget, expenses, and goals transfer automatically via iCloud Improved Onboarding: Redesigned onboarding screens with two-column layouts on iPad Polished selection highlights and card styles across all setup steps Smart Summary Cards: Expenses now show This Week and This Month totals at a glance Income view shows monthly totals with count summary Date groups sorted newest-first for quicker access to recent data Enhanced Paywall & Offers: Redesigned subscription screen for iPad with user reviews and detailed benefits Flash offer experience optimized for landscape viewing Improved purchase flow reliability across devices Bug Fixes & Polish: Fixed a potential crash related to bill reminder dates Fixed category picker display on iPad form sheets Improved localization coverage across all screens General performance and stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Free Trial & Subscription Experience Improvements We've made the subscription experience simpler and clearer, and introduced a free trial so you can try Premium risk-free. Free Trial: Start a 7-day free trial with the Yearly plan at no cost Trial length shown clearly on the subscription screen No payment charged until your trial ends Subscription Screen: Simplified plan layout for a cleaner, less overwhelming experience Plan details and pricing displayed more clearly Faster loading time for subscription options Performance Improvements: Reduced memory usage across budget and expense screens Smoother scrolling on large transaction histories Improved app responsiveness on older devices (iPhone SE, iPhone Xs) Bug Fixes: Fixed an issue where plan details could fail to display on first open Improved price formatting for non-USD currencies General stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: New Monthly Plan and Redesigned Subscription Screen We've completely redesigned the subscription experience with a new plan option, clearer pricing, and a more intuitive layout. New Monthly Plan: New Monthly subscription at $7.99/month with a 7-day free trial Try Actual Budget Premium risk-free before committing All prices shown in your local currency automatically Redesigned Subscription Screen: Clean side-by-side comparison of Monthly and Yearly plans See exactly how much you save with the Yearly plan at a glance Lifetime option clearly displayed with break-even information Subscription details shown below the purchase button so you always know what you're getting Performance Improvements: Optimized subscription loading for faster paywall display Reduced memory usage in plan selection components Smoother transitions between subscription states Improved price formatting for international currencies Bug Fixes: Fixed savings goal deadline becoming mandatory when editing goals without a deadline Fixed income onboarding conversion flow based on analytics feedback General stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback drives every improvement we make.

What's New on Actual Budget: Important Bug Fixes and Expense Editing Improvements We just shipped an update and are already back with critical fixes. This release resolves several important issues affecting your budget accuracy and adds new editing capabilities for recurring expenses. New Features: Edit frequency and bill reminder settings directly from the Edit Expense screen for recurring expenses No more deleting and re-creating -- just tap edit and change your schedule Budget Accuracy Fixes: Fixed an issue where weekly income could appear significantly higher than expected due to double-counting in budget calculations Fixed recurring expense changes (title, amount) not syncing properly, which could cause mismatched data Fixed a timing issue where Safe to Spend could briefly show incorrect values after editing a recurring expense Automatic cleanup of stale recurring data that could affect your Fixed Expenses total Reliability Improvements: Bill count badges on the Expenses tab now update instantly after deleting an expense Fixed onboarding analytics not recording properly after the previous launch speed optimization Improved onboarding completion tracking for more reliable setup Overall stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! We're committed to keeping your budget data accurate and reliable.

What's New on Actual Budget: Faster Launch and International Fixes We've made Actual Budget start noticeably faster and improved language, number entry, and stability across different regions. **Key Improvements:** - Faster cold launch so you can get to your budget quicker - Smoother first screen experience with less waiting during startup **International Experience:** - Fixed language auto-detect so the app follows device language changes (unless you manually selected a language) - Improved number entry for regional formats so amounts like 5,000 or 5.000 are interpreted correctly **Currency and Reliability:** - Better base-currency validation to prevent setup issues in unsupported regions - Fixed a crash that could occur in debt payoff calculations for edge-case values - Additional stability improvements Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback helps us improve every day.

What's New on Actual Budget: Premium Widget Redesign and Important Improvements We've completely redesigned your home screen widgets and made several improvements to give you a better experience. Redesigned Home Screen Widgets: All 4 widgets (Safe to Spend, Recent Expenses, Upcoming Payments, Savings Progress) have been completely redesigned with a premium look New gradient backgrounds and improved typography for better readability Safe to Spend widget now includes a daily spending limit indicator and progress ring Recent Expenses widget shows compact category icons and negative amount formatting Upcoming Payments widget highlights overdue items with visual badges Savings Progress widget features beautiful progress rings for each goal Fixed widget data accuracy - spending totals now correctly match the main app Simplified Income Setup: Redesigned income step during initial setup for a faster, easier experience New quick-select income ranges - just tap your bracket instead of typing exact numbers Added "I'd rather not say" option so you can skip without losing your place Still possible to enter an exact amount if you prefer precision Crash Fixes: Fixed a crash that could occur when editing debt or asset values in certain regions Resolved an issue with number formatting in non-English locales Improved calculation safety to prevent unexpected crashes Performance and Reliability: Improved notification delivery and processing Better background data synchronization Enhanced app launch performance and responsiveness Various stability improvements under the hood Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback helps us improve every day.

What's New on Actual Budget: Important Bug Fixes and New Features We've been listening to your feedback and fixed several critical issues to make Actual Budget even more reliable. Savings Goals - Now More Reliable: - Fixed an issue where your savings progress could reset to 0% when editing goal details like icon or color - Your deposit history and progress are now always preserved when making changes Smoother Start After Setup: - Income entered during initial setup now appears immediately in the Income section - Savings goals you set during setup are now properly created - Cash Flow projections now correctly include your recurring income - Overall improved data synchronization after completing the setup process Edit Your Debts and Assets: - You can now edit debt details directly from the Debt Tracking screen - You can now edit asset information from the Net Worth screen - Changes are saved instantly with visual confirmation Net Worth History Tracking: - Net Worth history now automatically records your financial progress - Daily snapshots are created whenever you have assets or debts - Track your wealth growth over time with historical data Performance and Reliability: - Improved notification delivery for promotional offers - Better synchronization of special deals and discounts - Enhanced background processing for smoother experience Thank you for using Actual Budget! Your feedback helps us improve every day.

What's New on Actual Budget: Enhanced Onboarding Experience We've refined your first experience with Actual Budget to be more welcoming and personal. Smoother First Steps: Redesigned welcome flow that feels more natural and friendly Clearer guidance as you set up your personalized budget Improved visual feedback during account setup More intuitive progress through initial configuration Special Offers Experience: Faster loading of exclusive promotional offers More reliable delivery of time-sensitive deals Improved notification system for limited-time opportunities Better synchronization when accessing special promotions Performance and Stability: Fixed an issue where certain promotional screens could fail to load Resolved rare cases of offer notifications not displaying correctly Improved background processing for smoother transitions Enhanced reliability when switching between app sections Under the Hood: Optimized notification handling for faster response times Improved data synchronization across all features Better memory management for smoother experience Enhanced error recovery in edge cases Thank you for being part of the Actual Budget community! Your feedback helps us improve every day.

What's New on Actual Budget: Pricing & Purchase Experience Improvements We've made significant improvements to ensure your purchase experience is seamless and transparent. Improved Pricing Accuracy: Enhanced price display system ensures what you see is exactly what you pay Promotional prices now load more reliably across all network conditions Better synchronization between displayed prices and App Store checkout Clearer error messages if pricing information is temporarily unavailable Performance Enhancements: Faster paywall loading times with optimized product fetching Reduced memory usage during subscription checks Smoother transitions between screens Improved app responsiveness during purchase flow Bug Fixes: Fixed an issue where promotional pricing could display incorrectly in rare cases Resolved edge case where product information might not load on slow connections Fixed purchase button occasionally becoming unresponsive Corrected price formatting for certain regional currencies Reliability Improvements: Better handling of network interruptions during purchases Improved error recovery when App Store connection is unstable Enhanced logging for faster support resolution if issues occur More robust subscription status verification Thank you for choosing Actual Budget! We're committed to providing you with a trustworthy and transparent experience.

What's New on Actual Budget: Powerful Financial Tools to Help You Take Control We're excited to introduce three new features that give you a complete picture of your financial health and help you make smarter money decisions. Cash Flow Forecasting: - See exactly where your money is going for the next 30 days - Visual chart shows your projected balance day by day - Get early warnings when low balance periods are approaching - Plan ahead with confidence knowing what's coming Debt Payoff Tracker: - Track all your debts in one place including credit cards, loans, and mortgages - Compare Snowball vs Avalanche strategies to find the fastest way to become debt-free - See your estimated payoff date and total interest saved - Record payments and watch your progress grow Net Worth Dashboard: - See your complete financial picture with assets vs liabilities - Track cash, savings, investments, property, and vehicles - Monitor your net worth trend over time - Understand your debt-to-asset ratio at a glance Smoother Onboarding Experience: - Your income data stays encrypted in iCloud and is never shared - Skip income entry if you prefer and update it anytime later - Helpful hints guide you through setup without pressure - Get started faster with smart defaults Improved Premium Upgrade Flow: - Clearer value messaging so you know exactly what you're getting - Better trial information with no payment required today - Easier-to-read pricing and plan comparisons - Verified reviews from real users to help you decide Why This Update Matters: Understanding your cash flow, managing debt, and tracking net worth are the three pillars of financial wellness. With these new tools, you can forecast upcoming expenses, create a plan to eliminate debt faster, and see your wealth grow over time. All in one app, designed to be simple and stress-free. Thank you for trusting Actual Budget with your financial journey. We're committed to helping you achieve your money goals!