Wallos

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted personal finance tracker

Overview

Wallos is a self-hosted finance manager that lets users track income, expenses, and savings with a intuitive interface. It supports multiple accounts, customizable categories, and multi-currency functionality, plus visual reports (charts/graphs) to analyze spending patterns. Deployable via Docker for simplified setup, it prioritizes data privacy by keeping financial information on your own server—no third-party platforms access your data. Ideal for budget-conscious users who want full control over their financial management without relying on SaaS tools.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  wallos:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: wallos
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Track income, expenses, and savings across multiple accounts
Visual reports (charts/graphs) for spending analysis
Multi-currency support and customizable categories
Docker-based deployment for easy self-hosting

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Wallos hard to install?

Wallos is easy to install using Docker, which simplifies setup with containerization. Most users can get it running with a few command lines or Docker Compose, though basic familiarity with Docker is recommended for smooth deployment.

? Is it a good alternative to Mint?

Yes—Wallos offers core budgeting features like expense tracking and category management similar to Mint, but with full data privacy (self-hosted). It lacks Mint’s automated bank syncing, but is perfect for users who prioritize control over their financial data.

? Is it completely free?

Absolutely—Wallos is open-source software under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any subscription fees or hidden costs.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Money, Budgeting & Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data privacy (financial info stays on your server)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Customizable to fit personal budgeting needs

Cons

⊖ Requires basic Docker/server knowledge for setup
⊖ Lacks automated bank syncing (manual entry only)
⊖ Smaller community support compared to mainstream SaaS tools