How to connect an account

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Connecting your accounts to BudgetBuddie is super simple; here in this guide, we'll walk you through every step of how to connect your accounts using Akahu.

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1. Navigate to connect your accounts

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In the menu, open the Connect Accounts feature by selecting it as highlighted in red below. 

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2. Connect an account

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To connect to a bank, Kiwisaver, or share portfolio connection, simply tap on the icon of the provider you want to connect with. This will then bring you to a screen to connect using Akahu. Here,  we'll give you an overview of who Akahu are and how the connection works. Once you're ready to continue with the connection, simply tap on the 'Connect my accounts' button. 

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3. Connect and verify with Akaku

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Once you tap 'Connect my accounts', it'll open up Akahu, where you'll need to verify your email. We'll break down each step below:

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Getting connected:

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To start the Akaku verification flow, tap the blue continue button, and you'll then see your email to use in order to continue with the connection. We recommend using the same email as what you see on this screen, but if you'd like to use a different email, simply tap on 'Use a different email address' and then enter in your different email address.

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Getting verified:

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Akahu will now send a 6-digit code to the nominated email you're using for the connection. Check your email for the code, and then enter it in the empty fields highlighted below in red. 

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4. Select a provider

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Once you've verified the email you're using for your Akahu account, select which provider you'd like to initiate a connection with. You'll then be presented with a set of instructions and prompts from Akahu on what to expect and how to set up the connection. Once you've read through how to get set up, tap 'Continue'.

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5. Enter your credentials

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Here, you'll need to enter your credentials for your account. Once you've entered your details, depending on the provider, they will send you an online code to verify the new connection being set up. Enter in your code, and then the final step is to enter in your online banking pin (if applicable) to verify and complete the connection.

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Once you've worked through those screens, tap Continue to select your accounts.

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6. Select your accounts to connect to BudgetBuddie

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Select which accounts you'd like to connect to BudgetBuddie; once you've finished, simply tap 'Connect'. Alternatively, if you'd like to connect more accounts, tap the 'Connect more accounts' button, and you'll be taken to the same select a provider screen as step 4.

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Once you've confirmed your connection, you'll be redirected back to BudgetBuddie, where we'll load in your account balances along with transactions if the account you've connected has any.

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7. You're all connected 🎉

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You're now all connected! Once your connected account finishes loading, you can view the connection at the very bottom of the Connect Your Accounts screen.

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You're all ready to go 🎉

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Woohoo! You've successfully connected your accounts. If you run into any issues while getting connected, feel free to get in touch with us at hello@budgetbuddie.co.nz.