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Akaunting free open-source accounting

Free, open-source accounting software for small businesses (self-hostable).

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Akaunting free open-source accounting is a finance and ops perk from Akaunting, offering free open-source (self-hosted), with no funding required.

Value
Free
Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan
What you get

Inside Akaunting free open-source accounting

Akaunting is free, open-source online accounting software for small businesses: track income and expenses, invoicing and basic accounting, self-hostable at no cost. Paid managed cloud tiers start at $8-12/month for hosted convenience and add-ons.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Startup stage
Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Ongoing (open-source)
Other requirements
Free version is self-hosted; cloud plans are paid.
How to claim

How to apply for Akaunting free open-source accounting

What to have ready
  • A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Steps to apply
  1. 1Download and self-host the open-source app, or start a paid cloud trial.
Good to know: Accounting/bookkeeping seam. Verified live on akaunting.com/pricing. Added 2026-08-18; source URL verified live and on the provider's own domain.
Value is the headline maximum Akaunting advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

Akaunting free open-source accounting: common questions

What do you get with Akaunting free open-source accounting?

Akaunting free open-source accounting offers free open-source (self-hosted).

Who qualifies for Akaunting free open-source accounting?

Akaunting free open-source accounting is for idea-stage, pre-seed and seed startups, no funding required. Free version is self-hosted; cloud plans are paid.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Akaunting free open-source accounting?

No. Akaunting free open-source accounting is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Akaunting free open-source accounting?

Download and self-host the open-source app, or start a paid cloud trial.

How long do I have to use Akaunting free open-source accounting, and does it expire?

Ongoing (open-source)

Is Akaunting free open-source accounting available outside the US?

Akaunting free open-source accounting is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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