Getting Started with Argent

This guide will walk you through the initial setup process and help you become familiar with Argent Finance Management.

1Create Your Account

Visit the signup page at /auth/signup and enter your email address and a secure password.

You can also sign up using your Google account for a faster registration process.

2Verify Your Email

After signing up, you will receive a verification email. Click the verification link in the email to activate your account.

Note: If you signed up with Google, your email is already verified.

3Sign In to Your Account

Go to /auth/signin and enter your credentials to access Argent.

After signing in, you will be redirected to your dashboard based on your account type (Personal or Business).

4Configure Your Settings

Navigate to Settings to customize your experience:

  • Display Name: Set how you want to be identified
  • Currency: Choose your preferred currency (USD, EUR, GBP, etc.)
  • Date Format: Select your preferred date format
  • Email Notifications: Toggle email updates on or off
  • Theme: Switch between light and dark mode

5Choose Your Account Type

Argent offers two account types:

Personal Account

Track personal income and expenses, set savings goals, manage debts, and monitor your financial health.

Business Account

Handle business finances, manage team access, track budgets, and generate reports for your business.

Important: You can switch between account types, but only if you have no transactions recorded. Once you have transactions, the switch option becomes disabled to protect your data.

6Add Your First Transaction

Navigate to the Transactions page and click the "+ Add Transaction" button to record your first income or expense.

Each transaction requires:

  • Type: Income or Expense
  • Amount: The monetary value
  • Category: A classification (Necessities, Needs, Emergencies, etc.)
  • Description: Optional details about the transaction
  • Date: When the transaction occurred

Next Steps

Now that you understand the basics, explore the specific guides:

Argent Finance is a product by Ubunifu Labs