# hledger
> Fast, reliable plain text accounting software for tracking money and more

## Summary
A plain text double-entry accounting tool for tracking finances, investments, and other commodities.

## Capabilities
- Double-entry bookkeeping with plain text files
- Multi-currency support including cryptocurrencies
- Balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
- Time tracking capabilities
- Web and TUI interfaces available

## When to Use
- You want plain text accounting
- You need multi-currency financial tracking
- You prefer version-controllable financial data

## When NOT to Use
- You need a full GUI accounting application
- You want automatic bank import without setup

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Source: https://littlescripts.sh/tools/hledger
