Question 1

Is beforeUbuy free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! beforeUbuy is completely free, forever. You can track your accounts, set savings goals, build budgets, and get spending reports at no cost.

Question 2

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Download beforeUbuy from the App Store or Google Play, create an account with your email, and start adding your accounts. The whole setup takes under 3 minutes.

Question 3

Is beforeUbuy available on both iOS and Android?

Accepted Answer

Yes — beforeUbuy is available as a native app on both iOS (iPhone) and Android. Both platforms receive simultaneous feature updates.

Question 4

Do I need to link my bank account?

Accepted Answer

No! You can use beforeUbuy entirely with manual entry — just type in your transactions. Bank sync is also available for automatic tracking.

Question 5

How does beforeUbuy keep my data safe?

Accepted Answer

We use 256-bit AES encryption for all data at rest, and TLS 1.3 for data in transit. We follow industry-standard security practices and conduct regular security audits.

Question 6

Can beforeUbuy make transactions on my behalf?

Accepted Answer

No. beforeUbuy has read-only access to your financial data. We can never initiate transfers, payments, or any transactions.

Question 7

Where is my data stored?

Accepted Answer

All data is stored on secure, encrypted servers and handled in compliance with leading data protection regulations such as GDPR. Your data is never shared without your explicit consent.

Question 8

Can I delete my data?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at any time. Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account to permanently erase all your data from our servers within 30 days.

Question 9

Can I track credit cards in beforeUbuy?

Accepted Answer

Yes — you can link credit cards to track balances, utilisation, and payment due dates. Never miss a payment again.

Question 10

Does beforeUbuy support multiple currencies?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can add accounts in any currency — USD, EUR, GBP, and more. All balances are converted to your home currency for the net worth view.

Question 11

What are Smart Insights?

Accepted Answer

Smart Insights are rule-based observations about your spending — like "You spend 40% more on weekends" or "Your food budget is on track to exceed limits by $120 this month".

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