Settings ⚙️¶
Valt is configured through the Settings window, accessible from the ☰ menu in the top-left corner of the main screen. The options are organized into three tabs: General, Currencies, and Advanced. Click OK to save.
General¶
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Main fiat currency | Currency used in totals and reports (default: USD) |
| Language and display format | Interface language and date/number format; the list shows all system cultures, with Portuguese, Spanish and English pinned at the top. Valt is translated into Portuguese, Spanish and English (requires restart) |
| Show hidden accounts | Shows accounts marked as hidden in the lists |
| Theme | 13 dark-base themes: Default, Ocean, Midnight Galaxy, Golden Hour, Arctic Frost, Forest Canopy, Crimson Ember, Monochrome, Rose Quartz, Sunset Blaze, Mocha Brew, Copper Forge and Pepe |
| Font Size | Small, Medium or Large |
Currencies¶
Check the fiat currencies you use. USD is always included and currencies in use cannot be removed. When adding new currencies, Valt downloads their price history (with confirmation).
Advanced¶
MCP Server (AI Assistant)¶
Enable the MCP Server (AI Assistant) and set the MCP Server Port (1024–65535, default: 5200) to connect AI assistants. Full details in MCP Server.
Security
The MCP server listens only on localhost by default, meaning only applications on your own computer can access it. Do not expose the server to the internet without additional security measures.
Maintenance¶
| Button | When to use |
|---|---|
| Clear account totals cache | If displayed balances look wrong (see the FAQ) |
| Clear transaction term cache | If the transaction search does not find existing items |
| Change database password | To change the password of your .valt file |
Your Data File¶
Your data lives in an encrypted .valt file whose location you choose when creating
it — see Installation. Back it up by copying the file to a
safe location.
Next Steps¶
- Getting Started - Set up accounts and categories
- FAQ - Frequently asked questions
- MCP Server - Connect your AI