Understanding Alignfolio - Portfolio Drift, Privacy & Rebalancing
Alignfolio is a privacy-focused portfolio drift tracking tool designed for investors who want to clearly understand their portfolio allocation without spreadsheets, brokerage syncing, or unnecessary complexity.
The platform focuses on allocation clarity, portfolio drift awareness, and contribution-based rebalancing while keeping users fully in control of their own data and decisions.
Unlike many portfolio platforms, Alignfolio does not place trades, connect to brokerage accounts, or provide investment advice.
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About Alignfolio
What is Alignfolio?
Alignfolio is designed for DIY investors who want a calm and simple way to monitor portfolio allocation and portfolio drift.
The goal is simple: help investors clearly understand how their portfolio changes over time while staying fully in control of their own data and decisions.
How Alignfolio Works
How does Alignfolio work?
Alignfolio works by letting users manually enter holdings or upload a CSV file to compare current allocation against target allocation.
Step 1 - Set your target allocation
- ETF 1 - 25%
- ETF 2 - 40%
- ETF 3 - 15%
- ETF 4 - 20%
Step 2 - Markets move over time
Some positions become overweight while others become underweight relative to your original target allocation.
Step 3 - Drift visualization
- 🟢 On Track (≤ 3%)
- 🟡 Moderate Drift (3-7%)
- 🔴 Off Track (> 7%)
Example:
- ETF 4: 12% vs 20% target → -8% drift → 🔴 Off Track
Want to see this visually? Try the interactive demo dashboard.
Can I upload a brokerage CSV file?
Yes. Alignfolio supports CSV uploads so investors can quickly analyze allocation changes without manually building spreadsheets.
Portfolio Drift Explained
What is portfolio drift and why does it matter?
Portfolio drift happens when your investment portfolio moves away from its original target allocation due to market changes.
Over time, this can change the balance and risk profile of the portfolio without the investor noticing.
How do you calculate portfolio drift?
To calculate portfolio drift:
- determine your target allocation
- calculate your current allocation
- subtract target from current for each asset
Example:
- stocks: 70% - 60% = +10%
- bonds: 30% - 40% = -10%
Privacy & Manual Tracking
Why is Alignfolio manual-entry only?
Alignfolio is manual by design.
Instead of relying on brokerage integrations and third-party syncing, the platform focuses on intentional portfolio tracking, simplicity, privacy, and allocation clarity.
Manual tracking also avoids issues like broken account connections, unsupported brokerages, duplicate holdings, and incorrect syncing.
Is Alignfolio safe to use with my financial data?
Yes. Alignfolio does not connect to brokerage accounts or external financial institutions.
- no account connections
- no third-party data sharing
- full control over your information
Pricing & Demo
Is there a free version of Alignfolio?
Yes. Alignfolio includes a free interactive demo that allows users to explore portfolio drift tracking and allocation visualization without creating an account.
How much does Alignfolio cost?
Alignfolio Pro costs US$29/year.
Pro features include:
- save and manage multiple portfolios
- see how your portfolio drifts over time
- monthly reminder emails
- market movement alerts
- portfolio history tracking
Rebalancing & Advice
What is portfolio rebalancing?
Portfolio rebalancing is the process of adjusting your portfolio so it moves closer to its target allocation.
Some investors rebalance by directing new cash toward underweight positions instead of selling investments.
Does Alignfolio provide investment advice?
No. Alignfolio is an educational portfolio tracking tool and does not provide investment advice, recommendations, or financial planning services.
Comparison & Positioning
How is Alignfolio different from other portfolio tracking apps?
Many portfolio platforms focus on brokerage syncing, performance analytics, trading tools, or full financial dashboards.
Alignfolio takes a different approach focused on:
- portfolio allocation clarity
- drift tracking
- contribution-based rebalancing awareness
- privacy-first manual tracking
- simple visual monitoring
The goal is not automation. The goal is helping investors clearly understand how their portfolio changes over time.
Alignfolio was built for investors who want a simple and private way to understand how their portfolio changes over time.
No brokerage syncing. No financial dashboards. No unnecessary complexity.
Just clear portfolio allocation tracking designed to help you stay aligned with your own strategy.