How to Install IHateMoney on Windows 10

IHateMoney is an open-source web-based personal finance tracker that is designed to keep things simple and straightforward. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing IHateMoney on your Windows 10 computer.

Prerequisites

Before you begin the installation process, make sure that you have the following:

Step 1: Download IHateMoney

To begin, navigate to the IHateMoney website at https://ihatemoney.org. On the homepage, click on the "Download" button.

Download IHateMoney

You will be redirected to the IHateMoney download page. Here, you will have the option to download the latest version of IHateMoney. Choose the version that is applicable to your operating system.

IHateMoney download page

Step 2: Extract the Files

Once the download is complete, navigate to the location where the ZIP file was saved. Right-click on the file and select "Extract All" to extract the files.

Extract files

Step 3: Install IHateMoney

Open your web browser and type in "localhost" or "127.0.0.1" in the address bar. This will take you to the local web server on your computer. Next, navigate to the extracted IHateMoney folder and find the file named "run.bat". Double-click on this file to start the installation process.

Run the installation

The installation process will begin, and you will be prompted to enter some basic information such as your language preference and database settings. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter the required information.

Enter database settings

After you have entered all of the required information, the installation will be complete, and you can start using IHateMoney.

Step 4: Access IHateMoney

To access IHateMoney, simply open your web browser and type in "localhost:5000" in the address bar. This will take you to the IHateMoney login page. Enter your login credentials, and you will be taken to the IHateMoney dashboard.

IHateMoney dashboard

Congratulations, you have successfully installed IHateMoney on your Windows 10 computer!

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