Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Clever Dude
Clever Dude
Travis Campbell

Why Some Budgeting Apps Are Actually Selling Your Data

budgeting apps
Image Source: pexels.com

Budgeting apps promise to help you manage your money, track spending, and reach your financial goals. But there’s a catch many people miss: some of these apps are actually selling your data. This isn’t just about annoying ads. It’s about your personal information—your spending habits, income, and even where you shop—being packaged and sold to third parties. If you use a budgeting app, you need to know what’s really happening behind the scenes. Your privacy and financial security could be at risk, and most people don’t realize how much they’re giving away. Here’s why this matters and what you can do about it.

1. Free Budgeting Apps Need to Make Money Somehow

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.