Release notes

Recent changes in BudgetHeld.

Version 1.5

Sign in without a code: BudgetHeld now opens with Face ID, your fingerprint or your device code — and sits on your home screen like an app if you want it to.

What's new

  • Face ID and fingerprint

    No more waiting for the email code. Set up a passkey once — under Profile, “Set up passkey” — and from then on you sign in the same way you unlock your phone. The key stays safely on your device.

  • BudgetHeld on your home screen

    On iPhone: open it in Safari, tap the share icon at the bottom and choose “Add to Home Screen”. On Android, Chrome offers “Install app” in its menu. BudgetHeld then launches with its own icon and without the browser bar. On iPhone this step is also what makes the start-of-month reminder work.

More improvements

Also: faster loading after each update, more reliable saving of your entries, and clearer feedback if saving ever does go wrong.

Version 1.4

BudgetHeld grows up on mobile: a new phone navigation, BudgetHeld as an app on your home screen, and reminders at the start of each month.

What's new

  • New navigation on your phone

    Instead of one long page there are now tabs at the bottom of the screen: budget, debts, cash flow, buffer and overview – plus a compact bar that keeps month and surplus in view at all times.

  • Install BudgetHeld as an app

    Add BudgetHeld to your home screen and open your financial planner like an app – no app store needed, straight from your phone.

  • Reminder at the start of the month

    If you like, BudgetHeld reminds you at the beginning of each month to plan your budget. Enable it with one click in your profile.

  • Tidier entry rows

    Every position now fits on a single line on your phone. Details like payment frequency and debit day open in their own panel – and a sort mode lets you reorder positions on mobile too.

More improvements

Also: larger tap targets, no more unwanted zooming while filling in fields, traffic lights and the cash-flow calendar optimized for phones, and many more refinements.

Version 1.3

Our biggest update yet: debts under control — from loans to personal debts — a cash-flow view of your month, and traffic lights that show you instantly where you stand.

What's new

  • New debts area

    All your debts at a glance: see your total liabilities at any time, how they develop and which contracts are still running — including personal debts.

  • Loans, leasing & mortgages with repayment plan

    Track loans, leasing contracts and mortgages with rate, interest and term — and keep an eye on remaining balance, repayment progress and your debt-free date.

  • Cash-flow calendar

    Set the debit day for each position and see in the calendar when money comes in and payments go out — spot tight stretches before they happen.

  • Traffic lights for every category

    Green, yellow or red: every section shows at a glance whether you're within the recommended range — including the new Saving & Investing rate.

  • Debt snowball calculator

    Plan your way out of debt with the snowball method — free and without signing up.

More improvements

Plus many smaller refinements across the planner — from clearer login hints to mobile polish.

Version 1.2

This update makes BudgetHeld even more flexible and clear.

What's new

  • Reorder positions

    You can now drag & drop positions to bring more structure into your budget – effortlessly.

  • Track loans, mortgages & leasing

    Add loans, mortgages or leasing contracts to your budget and keep an eye on your remaining balance.

  • BudgetHeld in English

    BudgetHeld is now available in English too – switch with one click in the header.

  • Expanded help section

    Seven detailed answers to the most frequent questions about pricing, privacy and getting started.

More improvements

Smaller improvements make BudgetHeld even smoother to use – especially on your phone.

Version 1.1

This update brings new calculators, more comfort while budgeting, and a growing knowledge library.

What's new

  • Mortgage and loan calculators

    Calculate your monthly rate, term and total cost – fast and without signing up.

  • 30-second undo

    Accidentally deleted a position? Bring it back with one click within 30 seconds.

  • Tidier budget

    Empty categories are hidden automatically – add them back anytime via the picker.

  • Knowledge library with 29 terms

    Understand finance terms from savings plans to extra payments – explained simply, no jargon.

  • US dollar support

    Besides Euro and Swiss Franc, you can now keep your budget in US dollars.

  • Share directly

    Share BudgetHeld via WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, X or LinkedIn with family and friends.

Version 1.0

BudgetHeld is here – your free financial planner for more clarity and security in your family budget.

What's new

  • Your monthly financial plan

    Plan income and expenses across eight clear categories. Last month is carried over automatically – just adjust what's changed.

  • Your safety buffer

    Build a buffer for unexpected expenses step by step. The goal: three times your net income.

  • Login without password

    Sign in with your email. We send you a short code – no password needed.

  • Secure and private

    Sensitive data is stored encrypted. Your finances are yours.

  • Available everywhere

    Plan your budget on your phone, tablet or computer – whichever fits your day.