Simplify Budget
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Simplify Budget transforms Google Sheets into a powerful visual expense tracking system. Unlike subscription-based apps like YNAB or Mint, you pay once and own it forever. The unique calendar-style grid lets you see your entire month's spending at a glance - just tap where the day meets your expense category to track spending in seconds. Key features include automatic subscription tracking, 30+ customizable categories, family sharing through Google Sheets, net worth tracking, and comprehensive financial reports. Your data stays in your Google Drive for complete privacy and ownership. Perfect for individuals and families who want effective budgeting without ongoing fees or vendor lock-in.
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Google Apps Script (backend automation) Google Sheets API (data storage and manipulation) React/Next.js (frontend interface) Tailwind CSS (styling) Google OAuth (authentication) JavaScript/TypeScript (core development)
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Digital nomads managing multi-currency expenses Families with 2-4 members tracking shared budgets Small business owners tracking business expenses Former YNAB subscribers seeking one-time payment alternatives Personal finance enthusiasts building wealth Couples planning weddings/major purchases Freelancers managing irregular income
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The visual monthly grid interface. Instead of scrolling through transaction lists, you see your entire month as a calendar where days are rows and expense categories are columns. One tap where they intersect logs your expense. It's the first budget app that shows spending patterns at a glance, plus your data lives in YOUR Google Sheets forever - no vendor lock-in.
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You pay once ($15) instead of $180/year forever like YNAB. Your data stays in your Google Drive, so you can't lose access or have your financial history held hostage. Multiple family members can use the same budget simultaneously. The visual grid makes expense tracking 10x faster than traditional apps. Perfect for people tired of subscription fatigue who want to own their tools.
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Digital nomads, families, and professionals who want visual expense tracking without recurring fees. Typically tech-savvy individuals aged 25-45 who value data ownership and hate subscription models. Many are former YNAB/Mint users seeking alternatives after price increases or service shutdowns. They prioritize privacy, family collaboration, and long-term value over bells and whistles.
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After manually tracking finances across 25 countries as a digital nomad, I realized existing budget apps were either too expensive, too complex, or held your data hostage. I built the visual expense tracker I wished existed - something that shows spending patterns instantly and works anywhere. When Mint shut down and YNAB raised prices again, I knew others needed this too. One-time payment, your data stays yours.
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