Getting Started
Getting Started 1 min read

Quick Start Guide

Get up and running with Venova in under five minutes.

In this article
  • Create your account
  • Add your first transaction
  • Set up recurring bills
01

Create your account

Visit the Venova web app or download the desktop app for your platform. Click "Get Started" and create an account with your email address. Desktop users can also use Venova without an account. Without one, your data stays entirely local.

Once signed in, you'll land on the dashboard. This is your home base for managing transactions, viewing analytics, and tracking your cash.

02

Add your first transaction

Click the "+" button in the bottom-right corner of the dashboard. Choose whether this is an expense or income, enter the amount, and select or create a category.

You can optionally add a note, set the date (defaults to today), and choose a currency if you're tracking multiple. Hit "Save" and your transaction appears instantly.

03

Set up recurring bills

Head to the "Recurring" tab in the sidebar. Tap "Add Recurring" and enter the details: name, amount, frequency (weekly, monthly, yearly), and the next due date.

Venova will remind you before each bill is due and automatically create the transaction on the due date. You can pause or edit recurring items at any time.

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