The Trackfolio Blog

Practical guides on trade journaling, portfolio tracking, and trading psychology.

Tools2026-07-24 · 7 min read

Best Free Trading Journal Apps in 2026 (Honest Comparison)

Which trading journal apps are actually free in 2026? An honest comparison of Trackfolio, TradesViz, Tradervue, and spreadsheets — features, limits, and pricing.

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Tools2026-07-24 · 6 min read

5 Tradervue Alternatives in 2026 (Free & Under $5/Month)

Tradervue starts at $29.95/month in 2026. Here are 5 alternatives — free and low-cost — compared by features, asset support, and price.

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Crypto2026-07-24 · 6 min read

Why Your Portfolio Tracker Should Not Have Your API Keys

Auto-sync portfolio trackers ask for exchange API keys and broker logins. Here is what can go wrong, and how to track everything without handing over access.

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Strategy2026-06-09 · 6 min read

Win Rate vs. Risk-Reward: The Math Behind Profitable Trading

A 40% win rate can be wildly profitable and a 90% win rate can bleed money. Understanding expectancy — the relationship between win rate and risk-reward — changes how you trade.

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Risk Management2026-06-06 · 6 min read

Position Sizing: The 1-2% Rule Explained (With Real Examples)

Most blown accounts die from position sizing, not bad analysis. Here is how the 1-2% risk rule works, with concrete examples for stocks and crypto.

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Crypto2026-06-04 · 7 min read

How to Track Your Crypto Portfolio Across Wallets and Exchanges

Coins on two exchanges, a hardware wallet, and a DeFi protocol? Here is a practical system for tracking your entire crypto portfolio in one place — without handing out API keys.

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Tools2026-06-02 · 6 min read

Trading Journal App vs. Spreadsheet: Which Should You Use in 2026?

Spreadsheets are free and flexible — so why do most serious traders eventually switch to a dedicated trading journal app? An honest comparison of both approaches.

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Trading Psychology2026-05-29 · 7 min read

How to Build a Trading Journal That Actually Improves Your Results

Most traders lose money not because of bad entries — but because they never review their trades. Here's how to build a trading journal that turns losses into lessons.

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