What is a free expense management tool with Google Sheets as backend?

It's Expenseo: open-source app storing expenses directly in your Google Sheet, no database needed. Lightweight tracking with easy setup.

How do I set up Expenseo expense tracker?

Clone GitHub repo, deploy to Netlify/Vercel, link your Google Sheet via API key, and start adding expenses. Full docs in README.

Can I extend Google Sheets expense tracker for my needs?

Absolutely — modular code lets you add categories, reports, even AI integrations. Open-source freedom.

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No Database Drama: This Free Expense Tracker Thrives on Google Sheets

Imagine tracking expenses without a single SQL query, just a humble Google Sheet powering the show. This open-source gem called Expenseo proves spreadsheets are the unsung heroes of indie dev tools.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 3 min read

Screenshot of Expenseo web app showing expense entry form with Google Sheets integration

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Expenseo uses Google Sheets as a zero-setup database for simple, powerful expense tracking. 𝕏
Perfect for indie devs avoiding database overhead; easy to fork and extend. 𝕏
Hints at a spreadsheet-first future boosted by AI agents for data analysis. 𝕏

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