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MFTracker - Mutual Fund Portfolio Manager

Managing mutual fund investments shouldn't require expensive advisors or complex spreadsheets. MFTracker is a comprehensive, browser-based platform that brings institutional-grade portfolio analysis tools to individual investors—completely free and privacy-focused.


Why MFTracker?

In today's investment landscape, most investors struggle with:

  • Scattered information across multiple fund houses
  • Lack of comprehensive analysis tools
  • Privacy concerns with cloud-based platforms
  • Complex calculations for SIP planning and tax optimization
  • No actionable insights for portfolio improvement

MFTracker solves all these problems by providing a complete suite of tools that work entirely in your browser, ensuring your financial data never leaves your device.


Everything You Need in One Place

MFTracker offers 9 powerful tools to analyze, calculate, and optimize your mutual fund investments:

1. 📊 Portfolio Tracker (Most Popular)

The flagship feature that provides comprehensive SIP portfolio analysis.

Key Features:

  • Risk Scoring System - Quantitative assessment of your portfolio's risk level
  • Red-Flag Detection - Identifies 8+ critical portfolio issues
  • Diversification Metrics - Analyzes sector, market cap, and theme distribution
  • Multiple Input Methods - CSV, JSON, or OCR support
  • Real-time Analysis - Instant insights as you add investments

What It Detects:

  • Overlapping holdings across funds
  • Sector concentration risks
  • Market cap imbalances
  • Theme-based redundancy
  • High expense ratio funds
  • Exit load concerns
  • Lock-in period tracking

Perfect For: Investors with multiple SIPs who want to understand their overall portfolio health.


2. 🤖 AI Portfolio Assistant (New!)

Your personal AI-powered investment advisor, available 24/7.

Capabilities:

  • Personalized Recommendations - Tailored advice based on your portfolio
  • Query Resolution - Ask questions about your investments in natural language
  • Actionable Insights - Specific steps to improve your portfolio
  • Goal-Based Planning - Align investments with financial objectives
  • Risk Assessment - Understand your risk tolerance and adjust accordingly

Example Queries:

  • "Is my portfolio too risky for retirement planning?"
  • "Which funds should I consider selling?"
  • "How can I improve my diversification?"
  • "What's the tax impact of redeeming Fund X?"

Privacy-First: All AI processing happens locally; your data stays on your device.


3. 💰 MF Calculator

Advanced SIP calculator that goes beyond basic projections.

Features:

  • Step-Up SIP - Calculate returns with annual increment plans
  • Inflation Adjustment - See real returns after accounting for inflation
  • Portfolio-Wide Projections - Analyze entire portfolio, not just individual funds
  • Multiple Scenarios - Compare different investment strategies
  • Goal Alignment - See if your SIPs will meet your targets

Calculations Include:

  • Future value projections
  • Expected returns (with customizable rates)
  • Total investment vs. returns
  • Year-by-year breakdowns
  • Inflation-adjusted corpus

Use Case: Planning for long-term goals like retirement, children's education, or home purchase.


4. 🎯 Goal Planner

Set financial goals and create actionable investment plans.

What You Can Do:

  • Define Multiple Goals - Retirement, education, vacation, emergency fund
  • Calculate Required SIP - Determine monthly investment needed
  • Track Progress - Monitor how close you are to achieving goals
  • Export Plans - Download detailed plans as CSV for record-keeping
  • Adjust Strategies - Modify goals and see updated recommendations

Goal Types Supported:

  • Short-term (1-3 years)
  • Medium-term (3-7 years)
  • Long-term (7+ years)
  • Retirement planning
  • Education planning
  • Wealth creation

Output: Detailed CSV reports with month-by-month projections and milestones.


5. 💸 Tax Optimizer

Minimize your tax liability with smart tax planning.

Features:

  • Tax Implication Analysis - Understand LTCG and STCG for each fund
  • Tax-Loss Harvesting - Identify opportunities to offset gains
  • Optimal Redemption Strategy - Minimize tax while meeting cash needs
  • LTCG/STCG Breakdown - Clear categorization of gains
  • Holding Period Tracking - Know when funds become long-term

Tax Strategies:

  • Harvest losses to offset gains
  • Time redemptions for tax efficiency
  • Balance LTCG and STCG
  • Utilize ₹1 lakh LTCG exemption
  • Plan year-end tax moves

Benefit: Save thousands in taxes through strategic planning.


6. 📋 Income Tax Calculator

Complete tax planning tool with comprehensive income support.

Supports:

  • All Income Sources - Salary, business, capital gains, other income
  • Deductions - 80C, 80D, 80E, and more
  • Family Support - Calculate for self, spouse, dependents
  • HUF Support - Hindu Undivided Family tax planning
  • Regime Comparison - Old vs. New tax regime side-by-side

Features:

  • Detailed tax breakdown
  • Deduction optimizer
  • Regime recommendation
  • Tax-saving suggestions
  • Export tax reports

Perfect For: Comprehensive annual tax planning and filing preparation.


7. ⚖️ Smart Rebalancer

AI-powered portfolio rebalancing with personalized recommendations.

Risk Profiles:

  1. Conservative - Capital preservation focus
  2. Moderate - Balanced growth and stability
  3. Aggressive - Maximum growth potential
  4. Custom - Define your own allocation

Recommendations Include:

  • Funds to increase/decrease
  • Specific rebalancing actions
  • Expected impact on risk/return
  • Timeline for rebalancing
  • Cost considerations (exit loads, taxes)

Rebalancing Triggers:

  • Significant market movements
  • Quarterly reviews
  • Life stage changes
  • Goal proximity
  • Risk tolerance shifts

Output: Actionable step-by-step rebalancing plan.


8. 🔍 MF Search & Analysis

Comprehensive mutual fund research and tracking.

Features:

  • NAV History - Track daily NAV changes
  • Growth Metrics - Analyze fund performance over time
  • CAGR Calculations - 1Y, 3Y, 5Y, and since-inception returns
  • Fund Details - Expense ratio, AUM, fund manager, holdings
  • Peer Comparison - Compare with category average
  • Historical Charts - Visual performance tracking

Search Capabilities:

  • By fund name
  • By AMC (Asset Management Company)
  • By category (Equity, Debt, Hybrid)
  • By theme (Large Cap, Mid Cap, etc.)

Use Case: Research before investing or monitoring existing investments.


9. 🔄 Fund Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of up to 5 mutual funds.

Comparison Metrics:

  • Returns - 1Y, 3Y, 5Y, 10Y
  • Risk Metrics - Sharpe Ratio, Sortino Ratio, Standard Deviation
  • Fund Details - Expense ratio, exit load, minimum investment
  • Performance - Alpha, Beta, R-squared
  • Holdings - Top 10 holdings comparison
  • Sector Allocation - Diversification analysis

Advanced Metrics:

  • Sharpe Ratio - Risk-adjusted returns
  • Sortino Ratio - Downside risk assessment
  • Exit Load - Cost of redemption
  • Minimum Investment - Entry barriers

Export: Download comparison as CSV for offline analysis.


Key Advantages of MFTracker

🔒 Privacy-First Architecture

  • Client-Side Processing - All calculations happen in your browser
  • No Data Upload - Your financial data never leaves your device
  • No Sign-Up Required - Start using immediately
  • No Tracking - We don't collect or store your information

⚡ Lightning-Fast Performance

  • Instant Calculations - Real-time analysis and projections
  • No Server Delays - Everything runs locally
  • Offline Capable - Works without internet (after initial load)

📤 Export Everything

  • PDF Reports - Professional-looking portfolio reports
  • CSV Downloads - Data for Excel/Google Sheets
  • Goal Plans - Detailed investment roadmaps
  • Tax Reports - Ready for filing

🎨 User-Friendly Interface

  • Clean Design - Intuitive and easy to navigate
  • Responsive - Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
  • Dark Mode - Easy on the eyes
  • Guided Workflows - Step-by-step processes

How to Get Started with MFTracker

Step 1: Gather Your Data

Collect information about your mutual fund investments:

  • Fund names
  • Investment dates
  • SIP amounts
  • Current values (optional)

Step 2: Choose Your Tool

Start with the Portfolio Tracker for a comprehensive overview, or jump directly to:

  • MF Calculator for projections
  • Goal Planner for financial planning
  • Tax Optimizer for tax season

Step 3: Input Your Portfolio

Use one of three methods:

  1. Manual Entry - Type in fund details
  2. CSV Upload - Bulk import from spreadsheet
  3. OCR - Scan statements (if available)

Step 4: Analyze Results

Review the insights:

  • Risk scores and red flags
  • Diversification metrics
  • Rebalancing recommendations
  • Tax implications

Step 5: Take Action

Based on the analysis:

  • Rebalance your portfolio
  • Adjust SIP amounts
  • Plan tax-saving moves
  • Set new financial goals

Step 6: Export & Monitor

  • Download reports for records
  • Set quarterly review reminders
  • Track progress toward goals
  • Adjust strategy as needed

Real-World Use Cases

Case 1: The Over-Diversified Investor

Problem: 15 different SIPs with overlapping holdings
Solution: Portfolio Tracker identified 60% overlap
Action: Consolidated to 6 core funds
Result: Simplified management, reduced costs

Case 2: Tax-Inefficient Redemptions

Problem: Needed ₹5 lakhs, unsure which funds to redeem
Solution: Tax Optimizer suggested optimal redemption mix
Action: Redeemed strategically to minimize STCG
Result: Saved ₹30,000 in taxes

Case 3: Goal-Based Planning

Problem: Vague retirement planning
Solution: Goal Planner calculated exact SIP needed
Action: Started targeted SIPs for retirement
Result: Clear roadmap to ₹2 crore corpus

Case 4: Risk Mismatch

Problem: Conservative investor with 80% equity
Solution: Smart Rebalancer suggested moderate allocation
Action: Shifted to 60:40 equity:debt
Result: Better sleep and aligned risk profile


Technical Highlights

Built With Modern Technology

  • React - Fast, responsive UI
  • TypeScript - Type-safe code
  • Tailwind CSS - Beautiful, consistent design
  • Chart.js - Interactive visualizations
  • Local Storage - Secure data persistence

Performance Optimized

  • Code Splitting - Fast initial load
  • Lazy Loading - Load features on demand
  • Caching - Instant subsequent visits
  • Optimized Calculations - Efficient algorithms

Accessibility

  • Keyboard Navigation - Full keyboard support
  • Screen Reader Friendly - ARIA labels
  • High Contrast - Readable for all
  • Responsive Design - Works on all devices

Limitations & Disclaimers

What MFTracker Is NOT

  • Not a Performance Tracker - Doesn't show historical returns
  • Not Financial Advice - Provides analysis, not recommendations
  • Not a Trading Platform - Can't execute transactions
  • Not a Replacement for Advisors - Complement, not substitute

Important Considerations

  • Analysis is hypothetical based on assumptions
  • Uses broad market/sector data, not detailed fund holdings
  • Requires accurate input data for reliable results
  • Browser storage can be cleared (backup exports)
  • Should be used alongside professional advice

Data Accuracy

  • NAV data sourced from public APIs
  • Fund details may have slight delays
  • User-entered data accuracy is critical
  • Regular updates recommended

Future Roadmap

Upcoming Features

  • Automated Portfolio Sync - Connect with fund houses
  • Alert System - Notifications for rebalancing triggers
  • Advanced Analytics - Monte Carlo simulations
  • Social Features - Anonymous portfolio benchmarking
  • Mobile App - Native iOS/Android apps

Community Requests

  • Multi-currency support
  • International funds
  • Cryptocurrency integration
  • Advanced charting
  • Custom risk models

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MFTracker really free?

Yes, completely free with no hidden costs or premium tiers.

How is my data protected?

All processing happens in your browser. We never see or store your data.

Can I use it on mobile?

Yes, the web app is fully responsive and works on all devices.

Do I need to create an account?

No, start using immediately without sign-up.

Can I export my data?

Yes, export to PDF and CSV from all tools.

How accurate are the calculations?

Calculations use standard financial formulas. Accuracy depends on your input data.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Absolutely! The interface is designed for all experience levels.

Can I track stocks or other investments?

Currently focused on mutual funds only.


Conclusion

MFTracker is more than just a portfolio tracker—it's a complete mutual fund management suite that empowers you to:

  • ✅ Understand your portfolio's true health
  • ✅ Make data-driven investment decisions
  • ✅ Optimize for taxes and returns
  • ✅ Plan for financial goals
  • ✅ Maintain privacy and control

Whether you're a seasoned investor with a complex portfolio or a beginner starting your first SIP, MFTracker provides the tools and insights you need to succeed.

Ready to Take Control?

Visit MFTracker and start analyzing your portfolio today—no sign-up required!


About the Developer

MFTracker was created by Sandip Maity, an Electronics and Communication Engineering student passionate about building practical tools that solve real-world problems. Combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of personal finance, this project aims to democratize access to professional-grade investment analysis tools.

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Disclaimer: MFTracker is a tool for analysis and planning. It does not provide financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.