I've been using YNAB for over a year now and it's changed my life. There was definitely a learning curve and took a few months to 'get into' zero budget planning and using the App to check my account... See more
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“YNAB isn’t just a tool for money management. It’s a tool for self-actualization. Who do you want to be, and how can the money you earn help you get there?” —Adrienne So, Senior Associate Reviews Editor for WIRED
Our award-winning app is based on a simple but powerful practice that clarifies priorities and creates a new state of awareness around spending.
YNAB will teach you how to approach your money with intention—whether you're setting savings goals, creating a debt paydown plan, or reflecting on your spending habits—YNAB will support you every step of the way with a wealth of free resources including workshops, video courses, live help, and an enthusiastic community.
Since 2004, YNAB has taught millions of people that money doesn’t always have to feel like a problem—it’s actually full of promise and possibility! People find YNAB because they think they want to save more, spend less, or pay down debt—they stay because they’ve started achieving their life’s goals, stopped fighting with their partner, and have never slept better.
Your money is your life; spend it well with YNAB!
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- Money can’t buy happiness… but the way you spend it can.
- YNAB is more than an app—it’s a simple but life-changing practice that has inspired millions to spend, save, and live joyfully.
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I have been using YNAB for a year now…
I have been using YNAB for a year now and I basically like it. I like how it has shifted my thinking about money. I am still not completely comfortable with using it, though. I still sometimes don't quite understand how the software is handling credit cards. I will just keep learning and stick with it.

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Easy to use and very flexible
Easy to use and very flexible. Tracks short- and long-term commitments, with a “ready to assign” category showing dollars left to spend elsewhere (reduce debt, add to retirement funds, have more fun, etc.). Account integration through Plaid is generally seamless. With this app, I feel much more confident about spending.
Excellent tool
YNAB is a great tool that has helped my better control my flow of money. My favorite feature is you can set goals for those big, once a year expenses and actually split it up over twelve months and save up.
Ynab is a great product for budgeting…
Ynab is a great product for budgeting and saving money
Like it just still have problems with…
Like it just still have problems with the way is spend. I make all my transactions on credit cards and pay them off monthly. I’ve watched the videos but still confused.

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Former Mint fan
I love the customization options and the fact that it stays streamlined and simple. It's easy to track our regular expenses and also our long-term goals.
Useful features
Excellent budgeting app - it has all the features I want transitioning from a complex spreadsheet I'd been using for many years, but it also works for my wife just learning to run a budget.
Been a user for years. It works.
This tool is very easy to use and understand. It is a great support to become on track on your personal finances. The support is very effective and the learning resources up to date.
YNAB is awesome!
YNAB has transformed the way I approach our finances and has enabled me to finally use a budget without feeling like I'm being restricted. I love how easy it is to keep track of everything and it helps us save money!
Great for planning ahead
I love how this app helps you to see where your money is going and how it helps you to plan and prepare for the future. I have only used it for a year, but during that time I have seen an increase in my savings even while having lost a months pay due to job action in my field of work. I eagerly share about this app any time someone mentions finances as it is a clear way to get ahead and comfortable in life.
YNAB has helped my wife and I be on the…
YNAB has helped my wife and I be on the same page about our spending, eliminating conflict over money. It’s also helping us reach our financial goals, including saving for a house, school, and some awesome trips we’ve wanted to go on. It’s so helpful!
To get out of debt
Using YNAB, I managed to organize my expenses and am on my way to stop living paycheck to paycheck.
YNAB is very helpful in allowing me to fund each catagory
YNAB was easy to set up and I appreciate the helpful videos. It is a very good feeling to have my money work for me and to know that I am planning ahead for financial security.

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Easy to use I have certainly saved money and now I am ready for the unexpected expenses
Easy to use I have certainly saved money
YNAB the past year
Using YNAB the past year has allowed me give each dollar a job and plan for any surprises. I don’t stress about little purchases anymore
Genuinely life changing…
Talking about any app being "life changing" is a bit eye roll inducing, but it's the nature of the app that makes it true in this case. For a reasonable cost and time investment to learn how it works and set things up, you get a complete understanding of every dollar coming in and going out.
What that means might be different for everyone in terms of their spending, but it gives you back financial control and that impact goes well beyond what a normal app can do.
Maybe a different method will work for you, but the YNAB approach clicked for me after 2-3 months and since then it's very little effort for a lot of peace of mind. The app and web dashboard are well designed and mostly intuitive. And when something doesn't make sense, there's a ton of great learning material, including from the YNAB team.
YNAB helps me track all of my spending…
YNAB helps me track all of my spending and never be surprised by a big credit card bill. I am always ready to at the beginning of the month to assign all of my money and know how much will be left over to have fun with.
Worth every penny
App has been fantastic for budgeting and being able to take more control of our finances
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