frequently asked questions

what is this app about?

lofextra allows you to track your and your family expenses in a secure and private way

how is the privacy achieved?

all data is stored on your device and it is not accessible to anyone. the app leverages opfs to store data

what if i want to use lofextra on multiple devices?

just type the mnemonic (12 words) on another device. all your data will sync automatically

how does the sync work?

lofextra is using a server to sync updates. however, all your data is e2e encrypted using your private key (derived from mnemonic). only your other device with the same mnemonic set can decrypt the data

what happens if i lose the mnemonic?

you will lose* access to your account. you should back it up carefully

*the data is stored on your device therefore it is possible to recover it, however advanced knowledge is required. lofextra aims to improve the UX in this regard by allowing you to export/import

can i use the app offline

you certainly can. install the app as PWA, use it offline and your data will automatically sync with other devices when you are back online

why isn't this a mobile app?

there are currently no benefits native mobile app would bring. you can install web version on your phone and use it like a native app

is something not working?

please create an issue