Tired of unlocking your iPhone every time you want to record an expense? With YourFins and Siri, you can manage your finances completely by voice, without touching the screen. Whether you're driving, cooking, or have your hands full, Siri becomes your personal financial assistant.
In this complete guide, you'll learn how to set up and master all of YourFins' voice commands to make the most of Siri integration on your iPhone or iPad.
🎯 Why Use Siri with YourFins?
Siri integration in YourFins offers unique advantages:
- Instant recording: Add expenses in 3 seconds, right after making them
- Hands-free: Perfect while driving, cooking, or exercising
- No interruptions: You don't need to unlock your iPhone or open the app
- Greater accuracy: Record immediately and don't forget any expense
- Privacy: Siri processes everything on your device, nothing is sent to the internet
⚙️ Initial Setup: Enable Siri in YourFins
1Allow Siri Access
The first time you try to use a voice command, YourFins will ask permission to use Siri. Just tap "Allow". If you previously rejected permission:
- Go to Settings → Siri & Search
- Find YourFins in the list
- Enable "Use with Siri"
2Set Up "Hey Siri"
To use commands without touching your iPhone:
- Go to Settings → Siri & Search
- Enable "Hey Siri"
- Follow instructions to train your voice
If your iPhone has Face ID, you can also enable "Press Side Button for Siri" to invoke Siri with the power button.
🎤 Main Siri Commands in YourFins
1. Record a New Expense
Siri will guide you step by step:
- Concept: "What's the expense concept?" → Answer "Coffee" or "Gas"
- Amount: "What's the amount in euros?" → Answer "2.50"
- Payment Method: "What payment method did you use?" → Answer "Cash" or "Card"
- Confirmation: Siri shows you the summary and confirms the recording
→ "Hey Siri, record an expense in YourFins"
→ "Hey Siri, expense in YourFins"
→ "Hey Siri, add expense YourFins"
2. Scan a Receipt with Siri
Ideal when you just bought something and have the receipt in hand
Siri will automatically open YourFins camera with scan mode activated:
- Point the camera at the receipt
- The OCR system automatically extracts: concept, amount, date, and payment method
- Verify the data and confirm
- Expense recorded in 5 seconds!
Make sure the receipt is well-lit and flat. YourFins OCR automatically recognizes formats from Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, and more countries.
3. Check Current Balance
Direct access to the app to view complete dashboard
Although Siri cannot read your balance aloud for privacy, you can combine Face ID + Siri for ultra-fast access:
- Say "Hey Siri, open YourFins"
- Face ID activates automatically
- Access your dashboard in 2 seconds
🚀 Real Use Cases: When to Use Siri with YourFins
While Driving 🚗
You just filled up gas. Instead of waiting, just say:
"Hey Siri, add an expense in YourFins" → "Gas" → "50 euros" → "Card"
✅ Recorded without taking hands off the wheel
At the Supermarket 🛒
You leave the supermarket with bags full:
"Hey Siri, scan receipt in YourFins" → Photo of receipt → Confirm
✅ Expense recorded before reaching your car
At a Café ☕
While waiting for your coffee:
"Hey Siri, expense in YourFins" → "Coffee" → "2.50" → "Cash"
✅ Recorded before they serve you
Exercising 🏃♂️
You stop to buy water during your run:
"Hey Siri, add an expense in YourFins" → "Water" → "1 euro" → "Cash"
✅ Without interrupting your physical activity
❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Siri and YourFins
Does Siri work without internet?
Yes. YourFins commands are processed locally on your iPhone with iOS 15+. You don't need WiFi or mobile data to record expenses by voice.
Can Siri read my financial data aloud?
No. For privacy, Siri doesn't read balances or amounts aloud. It can only open the app where you visually check your data protected with Face ID.
Does it work with AirPods?
Yes. If you have AirPods connected, you can use all YourFins voice commands without taking out your iPhone. Perfect for multitasking.
Can I customize Siri commands?
Yes. Go to Settings → Siri & Search → YourFins Shortcuts and customize the phrases that trigger each action.
Do commands work in other languages?
Yes. YourFins supports Siri commands in the 19 languages available in the app: Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese, and more.
✅ Summary: Essential Commands
| Command | Action |
|---|---|
| "Add an expense in YourFins" | Record expense by voice |
| "Scan receipt in YourFins" | Open camera for OCR |
| "Open YourFins" | Direct access to app |
🎁 Bonus: Automations with iOS Shortcuts
For advanced users, you can create custom automations:
- When arriving home: Automatically record transportation expense
- When leaving work: Ask if you bought lunch and record it
- Every Friday: Reminder to review the week's expenses
Go to Shortcuts → Automation → New Automation and select available YourFins actions.
🚀 Conclusion
Siri integration turns YourFins into a true hands-free financial assistant. Recording expenses has never been so fast, convenient, and accurate. Master these commands and you'll see how your financial control dramatically improves by not forgetting a single expense.
Ready to try it? Download YourFins for free from the App Store and say your first "Hey Siri, add an expense in YourFins". Your future self will thank you. 💚
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