I've Created a Free Trading Journal to Help You Trade Smarter and Profit More
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A user created a free trading journal web app, sparking discussion about its features and monetization.
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I still wonder how you make money. How do/will you compete with NinjaTrader?
Thanks for your understanding.
Key Features: • Instant Access, No Registration: Start journaling immediately. All data is stored locally, with optional authentication coming later for syncing across devices. • Beautiful & Minimalist Design: Clean, clutter-free UI focused on usability and smooth UX. • Completely Free: No subscriptions, hidden payments, or limits.
App Structure: 1. Dashboard: Manage multiple accounts, add orders/trades, view dynamic balance charts, and see a confetti animation when closing profitable trades. 2. Overview (Statistics): P&L cards, detailed stats (win/loss ratio, avg. profit/loss, risk-reward), and a calendar view with daily and monthly summaries. 3. Notes: Personal notes with color-coded tags, search, and filter functionality. Attach images to orders or trades.
Extra Advantages: • Quick filtering and search across orders and trades. • Fully local MVP—no backend needed to start. • Minimalist design focused on the essentials for traders.
This is for traders who want a lightweight, intuitive, and powerful way to track and analyze their trading performance without paying or dealing with cluttered apps.
Would love to hear thoughts from the HN community, especially on usability, design, and any must-have features for traders.