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Frequently Asked Questions

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Answers to common questions about using Atlas.


Getting Started

How do I create my first company?

After signing up and verifying your email, you are prompted to create an organization and your first company. Enter your company name, base currency, and industry — Atlas generates a default Chart of Accounts automatically.

Can I import data from my previous accounting software?

Yes. Atlas supports importing:

  • Chart of Accounts — CSV or XLSX upload at Settings > Import COA
  • Customers, Vendors, Invoices, and Bills — CSV (or IIF) at Settings > Import Data, with downloadable templates for each
  • Bank Statements — CSV and Excel (.xlsx) formats
  • QuickBooks Online — native direct import at Settings > Integrations
  • Opening Balances — journal entry for beginning balances

See the Quick Start Guides for migration paths from QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho Books, Sage, FreshBooks, and Wave.

What browsers does Atlas support?

Atlas works on the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend Chrome or Firefox for the best experience.


Billing and Subscription

How does pricing work?

Atlas pricing is per organization with tiers based on the number of companies and users. Visit your billing settings at Settings > Billing to see your current plan.

Can I change my plan?

Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately. Downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing cycle. Go to Settings > Billing.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. New accounts get a 14-day free trial with full access to all features. No credit card required to start.


Data and Security

Where is my data stored?

Atlas data is stored in encrypted PostgreSQL databases with row-level security (RLS) ensuring complete tenant isolation. Data is replicated across availability zones for redundancy.

Can I export my data?

Yes. Atlas exports at the point of use rather than from a single archive page:

  • Financial statements and reports — export to Excel and PDF from the report's toolbar
  • Chart of Accounts and lists — export to CSV from the relevant page
  • Audit Trail — export to CSV from Settings > Audit Trail

For a full account migration or bulk extract, contact support.

Is my data backed up?

Yes. Automated backups run continuously with point-in-time recovery. Backups are encrypted and stored separately from production data.

Who can access my data?

Only users you invite to your organization. Atlas uses role-based access control (RBAC) with six levels from Owner to Employee. See the RBAC & Permissions guide for details.


Multi-Company

How many companies can I create?

This depends on your subscription plan. Each company has fully isolated data with its own Chart of Accounts, transactions, and reports.

Can one user access multiple companies?

Yes. A user can have different roles in different companies. Switch between companies instantly using the company switcher in the sidebar.

How do I handle intercompany transactions?

Create matching "Due To/Due From" accounts in each company's Chart of Accounts. Record the transaction as a journal entry in both companies. Intercompany amounts are eliminated automatically in consolidated reports.


Accounting

Does Atlas support accrual and cash basis accounting?

Yes. Most reports support toggling between accrual and cash basis. The default is accrual (revenue recognized when invoiced, expenses when billed).

Can I reopen a closed period?

Yes, if you have the Owner or Admin role (the Accountant role can close a period but not reopen one). Go to Accounting > Period Close, select the period, and click Reopen. This is logged in the audit trail.

What happens when I void an invoice or journal entry?

The entry is marked void (a reason is required) and its effect is reversed, while both the original and its void record remain in the ledger and audit trail — nothing is deleted. Atlas does not auto-create a separate reversing entry; to re-post a corrected version, use Correct on a journal entry or enter a new transaction.

How does Atlas handle foreign currency?

Multi-currency works out of the box — there's no toggle to enable. Add exchange rates at Settings > Exchange Rates, and Atlas handles realized gains/losses on payments and unrealized gains/losses via FX revaluation (Accounting > FX Revaluation). See the Multi-Currency guide.


Troubleshooting

I cannot log in

  • Check that you are using the correct email address
  • Use the Forgot Password link to reset your password
  • Clear your browser cache and cookies
  • Try an incognito/private window

My trial balance does not balance

  • Check for draft journal entries that are not yet posted
  • Look for transactions in the current period with errors
  • Run the General Ledger report to trace individual account activity
  • Check for rounding issues in multi-currency transactions

I accidentally voided the wrong transaction

Voided transactions cannot be un-voided. Create a new transaction with the same details. The audit trail preserves the history of the original and the void.

Reports are showing unexpected numbers

  • Verify the date range matches your expectations
  • Check if you are viewing accrual or cash basis
  • Filter by dimension to isolate the data
  • Check for unposted draft entries that might be excluded