hledger is a robust accounting tool that lets you track money, investments, cryptocurrencies, time, or any countable commodity using plain text files you control. Unlike traditional accounting software, hledger uses a simple, human-readable format that works seamlessly with version control, scripts, and text editors.

Key capabilities include:

Multiple input methods - Import CSV from banks, enter data via web interface, terminal, or your favorite text editor
Powerful reporting - Generate balance sheets, income statements, transaction registers, and custom reports with formatting options
Flexible tracking - Handle multiple currencies, cryptocurrencies, and any countable commodity
Scalable design - Works smoothly from simple personal budgets to complex multi-account financial tracking
Developer-friendly - Integrates well with version control systems, automation scripts, and LLMs

The core concept is double-entry bookkeeping in plain text. Each transaction moves money between accounts, creating a complete audit trail. You edit a simple journal file directly, and hledger generates all reports from that single source of truth. The format is human-readable, making it easy to review and audit your financial data without special tools.

Whether you're managing personal finances, tracking business expenses, or monitoring investments, hledger provides the transparency and control that comes from owning your data in an open, portable format.