Complete financial coverage: Email alerts + Plaid support

Full bank coverage with multiple connection options

Connect any bank account through secure email alerts or direct Plaid integration. Get comprehensive coverage with the connection method that works best for you.

Start your 15-day free trial!

Full coverage vs. Limited options

Most budgeting apps limit you to just one connection method: either they only support direct bank linking through services like Plaid, or they force you into manual entry when that fails.

Skwad takes a different approach - we believe in comprehensive coverage:

Limited connection options

Most apps only offer Plaid-based connections, leaving you stuck when: your bank isn't supported, connections break due to security updates, or you prefer not to share login credentials. When their single method fails, you're forced into tedious manual entry with no alternatives.

With Skwad, you get full coverage through multiple connection methods: secure email alerts for maximum reliability, and Plaid integration for direct linking.
No matter what your bank supports, we've got you covered.

Problem 1: Single point of failure

When apps only support one connection method

❌ Apps with only Plaid support

Leave you stranded when Plaid connections fail
No backup options for unsupported banks or institutions
Force you into manual entry when automated sync breaks
Require sharing bank credentials as the only option
Cause gaps in financial tracking during connection issues
Offer no alternative for privacy-conscious users

✅Skwad provides multiple connection options

Email alerts for maximum security and reliability
Plaid integration for banks that support it seamlessly
File upload option as a reliable backup method
Choose the connection method that works best for your bank
Switch between methods if one stops working
Full coverage regardless of your bank's capabilities

Problem 2: Limited security options

When sharing credentials is your only choice

❌ Apps with Plaid-only approach

Force credential sharing as the only connection method
No alternative for security-conscious users who prefer not to share logins
Can't accommodate users whose banks prohibit credential sharing
Offer no choice in security vs. convenience trade-offs
Leave users without options when banks require 2FA that breaks connections
Provide no fallback when credential-based connections are restricted

✅ Skwad offers security choices

Email alerts option: Never share bank credentials
Plaid integration: When you prefer direct connection convenience
File uploads: Complete control over what data is shared
Choose your security level based on your comfort and bank policies
Switch methods if your security preferences change
Full transparency about what data is accessed with each method

Skwad vs. Plaid-only apps: comprehensive coverage wins

Feature	Skwad	Other Apps	Why Skwad is Better
Reliability	High	Variable/Low	Multiple connection methods ensure consistent updates
Security	Very High	Moderate/Lower	Choose your preferred security level and connection method
Data Access	Controlled	Broad	Multiple options let you control information flow
Re-auth Fatigue	None	High	Backup methods available when authentication fails

Choosing Skwad means choosing comprehensive coverage:

✓Complete Coverage: Every bank supported through multiple connection methods
✓Your Choice: Pick the connection method that works best for you
✓Flexible Security: From ultra-secure email alerts to convenient Plaid integration
✓No Gaps: Backup methods ensure continuous financial tracking

Frequently asked questions: Skwad's comprehensive coverage

Does Skwad support Plaid?

Yes! Skwad now offers full Plaid support alongside our secure email alerts. This means you get complete coverage - whether your bank works best with Plaid integration or email alerts. You can choose the connection method that works best for your situation, or even use multiple methods for different accounts.

We also support MX (via SimpleFIN) for additional bank coverage, ensuring every financial institution is accessible through Skwad.

How do I choose between email alerts and Plaid?

Choose based on your preferences and bank's capabilities: Email alerts offer maximum security without sharing credentials and work with virtually any bank. Plaid integration provides convenient automatic syncing for supported banks.
You can even use different methods for different accounts, or switch methods if your needs change.

What makes Skwad different from other budgeting apps?

Skwad provides comprehensive financial coverage through multiple connection methods, unlike apps that limit you to just Plaid or force manual entry when connections fail.
We offer email alerts, Plaid integration, SimpleFIN support, and file uploads - ensuring you can connect every account regardless of your bank's capabilities or your security preferences.