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How do I backup my Banktivity data?

We recommend using the Cloud Sync service in Banktivity as a primary backup option, and using Apple’s Time Machine service as a secondary backup option. Cloud Sync automatically saves only the latest version of your data on the Banktivity Cloud, while Time Machine keeps chronological backups of your data. If you are using our Cloud…

Ally Bank issues

We are currently experiencing issues with data quality issues with Ally Bank through Yodlee that results in transactions downloading to the incorrect accounts. Yodlee is working to correct this as quickly as possible. Plaid has since resolved the data quality issues and you are welcome to connect via Plaid. First you will need to disconnect…

How do I fix the ‘untrusted certificate’ error when logging into my bank’s website through Banktivity?

To get around this error you will need to hold Shift when you open the software. This will prevent the page from loading right away and you can click on an account. The certificate issue itself will need to be reported to the bank so that they can update the certificate that is failing. In…

How can I find my Cloud Document encryption password for the new Banktivity for Mac?

When using Banktivity 8 or 9 the Cloud Document encryption password should be saved in Keychain Access on your Mac. Keychain Access is a utility application located inside the Utilities folder on your Mac, the Utilities folder is located inside the Applications folder – /Applications/Utilities/Keychain Access If you have updated to MacOS 15 Sequoia, Keychain…

Where can I download Banktivity/iBank for Mac? And which version of macOS is supported?

The latest version of Banktivity (9) can be downloaded using the following link: Banktivity 9 (for use with macOS 10.15 (Catalina)- macOS15 (Sequoia) The following links can be used to download older versions of Banktivity/iBank for Mac*: Banktivity 8 (for use with macOS 10.15, mac OS 11, macOS 12 & macOS 13) Banktivity 7 (for…

How do I import my older Banktivity data (versions 5, 6, or 7) into Banktivity 9?

First, open your existing Banktivity data. At the top of the Banktivity window you will see the file name for the  Banktivity Document file you are using now. Please Control-Click on the file name at the top of the Banktivity window. Then click on the first folder below the file name.  This should open the folder in a…