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  • New clients (onboarded from April 2026) receive categories in a structured format: tier1 - tier2 - tier3
  • Existing clients continue to receive the original category values unchanged

Consumer Accounts

CategoryDescription
credit - adjustment - adjustmentChange made to financial records to correct errors or to accurately reflect transactions resulting in additional funds added. Adjustments can be made for various reasons, such as reconciling accounts, accounting for depreciation, or updating financial statements to comply with regulations.
credit - commerce - cashback and loyalty rewardsMoney received as a rebate or refund from purchases made using a debit or credit card. Cashback is typically a percentage of the purchase amount and is credited back to the cardholder’s account.
credit - commerce - chargebackMoney returned to the account due to a chargeback transaction, which occurs when a customer disputes a charge with their bank or credit card issuer.
credit - commerce - marketplace payoutRevenue generated from online sales or transactions. This could include payments received from selling products or services through an e-commerce, or streaming platform or website (e.g on ebay).
credit - commerce - refundMoney returned from a previous purchase, covering all types of refunds and reversals.
credit - credits and loans - grants, stipends and scholarshipsFunds received as grants, stipends, or scholarships for education, research, or financial assistance.
credit - credits and loans - insurance payoutMoney received from an insurance provider as a claim payout for covered losses or damages. Unemployment insurance payout is also covered by this category.
credit - credits and loans - loan disbursementFunds received as a loan from a lender — including personal, student loans as well as other types of business loans not specified elsewhere.
credit - gambling - gambling incomeMoney obtained from gambling activities such as casino winnings, lottery prizes, or betting earnings.
credit - government - state benefits and allowancesPayments from government programs — e.g., child benefits, universal credit, jobseeker’s allowance, or housing support.
credit - government - tax refund / rebateRefund received from overpayment of taxes to government authorities, such as federal or state tax refunds.
credit - government - otherAny other type of incoming payment from government sources.
credit - income - self-employment and business receiptsMoney earned from self-employment or freelance work. This could include payments received for freelance projects, consulting services, or contract work.
credit - income - salary and wagesIncome earned from employment, including salaries, bonuses, and wages.
credit - income - pensionIncoming pension, including state, occupational and private pension.
credit - income - property and rental incomeRevenue earned from renting out real estate.
credit - investments - investment incomeFunds withdrawn from investment platforms — includes dividends, investment income, and proceeds from asset sales.
credit - investments - cryptocurrency withdrawalsFunds withdrawn from crypto platforms — includes dividends, investment income, and proceeds from asset sales.
credit - other - otherOther or uncategorized income or credit transaction.
credit - transfers and deposits - currency exchangeIncoming transfers related to currency exchange.
credit - transfers and deposits - cash depositCash deposited into an account via ATM, post office, or branch.
credit - transfers and deposits - account transferTransfer of funds between personal or external accounts.
credit - transfers and deposits - peer to peer transferIncoming transfers from other individuals via peer-to-peer or mobile payment apps.
credit - transfers and deposits - savingsTransfer of funds from savings account.
CategoryDescription
debit - culture - courses & certificationsOnline and in-person education providers — e.g., Coursera, Udemy, General Assembly, professional certification fees.
debit - culture - other educationOther education-related payments such as school materials or uniforms.
debit - culture - educationTuition, school fees, and educational materials.
debit - culture - musemsEntry fees, memberships, or donations to museums or galleries.
debit - donations - charity and non profit organizationsDonations to charitable organizations such as UNICEF, Oxfam, or Red Cross.
debit - entertainment - streaming platforms and bundlesSubscriptions to streaming services such as Netflix, Spotify, or Disney+.
debit - entertainment - other entertainmentMiscellaneous entertainment-related spending.
debit - entertainment - cinemas and theatersTickets for cinema or theatre performances.
debit - entertainment - other leisure activitiesSpending on recreational outings like bowling, karaoke, or escape rooms.
debit - entertainment - theme parksTickets or memberships to theme parks.
debit - entertainment - tickets and eventsEvent and concert ticket purchases.
debit - entertainment - video games and inapp purchasesConsole, PC, or mobile game purchases — e.g., PlayStation Store, Xbox Live, Steam.
debit - entertainment - gambling and betting activitiesGambling expenditures such as betting or lottery tickets.
debit - fees and charges - bank and transaction feesBank service fees including account maintenance and ATM charges as well as transaction fees from payment processors such as Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, or Square.
debit - fees and charges - overdraft feesFees charged for insufficient funds or overdrafts.
debit - fees and charges - late payment and penaltiesCharges applied for late payments or missed loan installments.
debit - financial products and services - credit cardPayments made toward a credit card balance or annual fee.
debit - financial products and services - bnpl and alternative creditPayments for buy-now-pay-later or installment plans.
debit - financial products and services - insurance premiumPremiums for health, life, home, or auto insurance.
debit - financial products and services - loan repaymentsPayments towards the repayment of loans including personal loans, payday loans, etc. (does not include auto loans, student loans and pawn loans).
debit - financial products and services - auto loan repaymentsPayments towards the repayment of car loans.
debit - financial products and services - student loan repaymentsPayments towards the repayment of student loans.
debit - financial products and services - mortgagePayment towards mortgage loans for residential properties.
debit - financial products and services - pension contributionsContributions to private or employer pension schemes.
debit - food and drinks - cafes and bakeriesFood and drink purchases from cafes, coffee shops, or bakeries.
debit - food and drinks - food and drinksMeals and drinks at restaurants, bars, or nightclubs.
debit - food and drinks - takeaway and deliveryFood delivery services.
debit - food and drinks - meal subscriptionsFood subscriptions.
debit - government - government and local governmentPayments for public services such as visa, passport, unemployment benefit, parking permits.
debit - government - taxesTaxes; HMRC payments & Local council taxes, etc.
debit - groceries - supermarkets, convenience and other grocery storesSpending on groceries from supermarkets or local convenience stores.
debit - groceries - liquor storesPurchases of alcoholic beverages from liquor stores.
debit - health and beauty - nutrition and supplementsVitamins, protein powders, diet products — e.g., Holland & Barrett, MyProtein, Bulk, Gymshark Nutrition.
debit - health and beauty - otherMiscellaneous wellness or beauty purchases.
debit - health and beauty - pharmacies and drugstoresPurchases of medicine, skincare, or beauty products at pharmacies or drugstores.
debit - health and beauty - healthcarePayments for medical, dental, or optical services.
debit - health and beauty - selfcare and wellnessHair, beauty, and spa services such as salons, massage, or wellness treatments.
debit - health and beauty - fitness and sportsGym memberships, fitness classes, or sporting equipment.
debit - home and utilities - child careNursery, babysitting, or nanny payments.
debit - home and utilities - council taxCouncil tax payments.
debit - home and utilities - home maintenanceHome repairs, cleaning, gardening, and household hardware purchases.
debit - home and utilities - laundry and cleaningLaundry, dry cleaning, or household cleaning services.
debit - home and utilities - rentRent payments for housing, self-storage, or property fees.
debit - home and utilities - electricity, water and gasPayments for utility services such as electricity, water, gas, or sewage.
debit - home and utilities - internet, mobile and tvPayments for recurring bills for internet, mobile and TV. Not including TV license.
debit - home and utilities - utilitiesOther home-related or utility expenses not categorized elsewhere.
debit - other - otherUncategorized or unrecognized debit transactions.
debit - other - prenoteTest or verification transactions used by banks.
debit - professional services - stationary servicesOffice supply and stationery purchases.
debit - professional services - legal activitiesPayments for legal services or notary fees.
debit - professional services - consumer servicesConsumer provided services, such as consultancy, cleaning services, consumer delivery, and other.
debit - shopping - other shoppingMiscellaneous retail or unidentified shopping.
debit - shopping - furniture and home decorHome improvement and decor stores — e.g., IKEA, Dunelm, Habitat, Wayfair, Made.com.
debit - shopping - other storesGeneral retail not captured elsewhere — e.g., local shops, markets, or niche specialty stores.
debit - shopping - books and newspapersBookstores, newsstands, and online booksellers (e.g., Waterstones, WHSmith, Kindle, Audible, local press subscriptions).
debit - shopping - clothing, shoes and accessoriesApparel and footwear retail (e.g., Zara, H&M, Nike, ASOS, Uniqlo, luxury brands like Gucci or Prada).
debit - shopping - department storesMulti-category retail stores such as well as discount stores.
debit - shopping - computers and electronic devicesPurchases of electronic devices or accessories.
debit - shopping - ecommerce and marketplacesE-commerce & marketplace purchases, e.g. on eBay and Amazon.
debit - shopping - giftsGift and flower purchases.
debit - shopping - hardware storesDIY or garden supply purchases.
debit - shopping - pet supplies and servicesPet-related purchases or veterinary costs.
debit - shopping - other recreational goodsPurchases of toys, hobbies, or tobacco products.
debit - software - subscriptions and apps (consumer saas)Consumer subscriptions and one-time purchases for apps or online services — e.g., Google One, iCloud, Canva, ChatGPT Plus, Adobe, Apple Store, Google Play.
debit - transfers and cash - currency exchangeTransfer to another account resulting in outgoing currency exchange transfer.
debit - transfers and cash - otherOther cash-related transfers.
debit - transfers and cash - cash withdrawalMoney withdrawn from an ATM or bank branch.
debit - transfers and cash - savingsPayments towards saving account.
debit - transfers and cash - account transferOutgoing transfer of funds between the accounts of either different individuals or the same individual.
debit - transfers and cash - investmentsExpenditures made to acquire financial assets or capital goods with the expectation of generating future income or profit. This includes purchases of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and other investment vehicles.
debit - transfers and cash - cryptocurrenciesTransfer of funds from the account holder’s bank account to a cryptocurrency broker or exchange platform for purchasing or trading cryptocurrencies.
debit - transfers and cash - peer-to-peerDirect transfer of funds between individuals, often facilitated through peer-to-peer payment platforms or mobile apps.
debit - transport - car rentalTemporary car rental from renting companies.
debit - transport - fuel and chargingExpenditure on fuel for vehicles including gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuels.
debit - transport - other transportSpending on automobiles and other types of transportation such as bicycles, or scooters (rental, maintenance etc). The label also includes parking fees, long-distance touristic bus fees etc. Also Ferry crossings and cruises.
debit - transport - public transportPublic transport including fares for Metro, Bus and Trains, Ferries.
debit - transport - taxi and ridesharePayment for rideshare or taxi services for transportation.
debit - transport - tolls and parkingsCharges for using toll roads, bridges, or tunnels for transportation as well as parking.
debit - transport - motor vehicles, repairs and accessoriesVehicle purchase, vehicle maintenance & licensing, as well as lease repayments.
debit - travel - guides and experiencesTour guides, excursions, and local experience bookings — e.g., GetYourGuide, Airbnb Experiences, Viator.
debit - travel - other travelMiscellaneous travel-related spending such as airport shuttles, luggage services.
debit - travel - airlinesPurchases from commercial airlines and flight booking platforms — e.g., British Airways, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, EasyJet, Expedia flight bookings.
debit - travel - travel agenciesTraditional or online travel agencies (e.g., TUI, Expedia, Lastminute.com, Skyscanner, Trip.com).
debit - travel - hotels and accommodationHotel bookings, hostels, Airbnb, Booking.com stays, or serviced apartments.

Business Accounts

CategoryDescription
credit - adjustment - adjustmentChange made to financial records to correct errors or to accurately reflect transactions resulting in additional funds added. Adjustments can be made for various reasons, such as reconciling accounts, accounting for depreciation, or updating financial statements to comply with regulations.
credit - commerce - cashback and loyalty rewardsMoney received as a rebate or refund from purchases made using a debit or credit card. Cashback is typically a percentage of the purchase amount and is credited back to the cardholder’s account.
credit - commerce - chargebackMoney returned to the account due to a chargeback transaction, which occurs when a customer disputes a charge with their bank or credit card issuer.
credit - commerce - marketplace payoutRevenue generated from online sales or transactions. This could include payments received from selling products or services through an e-commerce, or streaming platform or website (e.g on ebay).
credit - commerce - refundMoney returned from a previous purchase, covering all types of refunds and reversals.
credit - credits and loans - grants, stipends and scholarshipsFunds received as grants, stipends, or scholarships for education, research, or financial assistance.
credit - credits and loans - insurance payoutMoney received from an insurance provider as a claim payout for covered losses or damages. Unemployment insurance payout is also covered by this category.
credit - credits and loans - bank loanMoney received from a bank-issued loan or credit facility.
credit - credits and loans - revenue based financingFunds received through revenue-based or merchant cash advance financing arrangements.
credit - credits and loans - government loanMoney received as a government-issued loan or public funding program.
credit - credits and loans - other business loan financingAny other type of business loan or external financing arrangement.
credit - government - tax refund / rebateRefund received from overpayment of taxes to government authorities, such as federal or state tax refunds.
credit - government - otherAny other type of incoming payment from government sources.
credit - income - business receiptsRevenue earned from clients coming from business receipts.
credit - investments - investment incomeFunds withdrawn from investment platforms — includes dividends, investment income, and proceeds from asset sales.
credit - investments - cryptocurrency withdrawalsFunds withdrawn from crypto platforms — includes dividends, investment income, and proceeds from asset sales.
credit - other - otherOther or uncategorized income or credit transaction.
credit - transfers and deposits - currency exchangeIncoming transfers related to currency exchange.
credit - transfers and deposits - cash depositCash deposited into an account via ATM, post office, or branch.
credit - transfers and deposits - account transferTransfer of funds between personal or external accounts.
credit - transfers and deposits - savingsTransfer of funds from savings account.
CategoryDescription
debit - adjustment - adjustmentChange made to financial records to correct errors or to accurately reflect transactions resulting in funds deducted. Adjustments can be made for various reasons, such as reconciling accounts, accounting for depreciation, or updating financial statements to comply with regulations.
debit - business expenses - customer reimbursements, chargebacks and reversalsRefunds issued to customers or chargebacks processed through payment providers.
debit - business expenses - compliance licenses and regulatory feesFees for permits, regulatory filings, or compliance costs such as FCA or local licenses.
debit - business expenses - intellectual propertyExpenses related to patents, copyrights, trademarks, or other IP rights.
debit - business expenses - otherMiscellaneous operational or administrative expenses.
debit - business expenses - electronics and hardwarePurchases of computers, IT equipment, or business hardware.
debit - business expenses - employee payrollSalary or wage payments to employees.
debit - business expenses - employee benefitsStaff-related benefits such as insurance, pensions, or well-being programs.
debit - business expenses - saas and productivity toolsSoftware subscriptions and productivity tools like Notion, Slack, or Jira.
debit - business expenses - payroll taxEmployer tax withholdings and contributions.
debit - business expenses - utilities - electricity, water and gasUtility costs for business premises — electricity, gas, or water.
debit - business expenses - utilities - internet, mobile and tvInternet, phone, and TV service costs for business operations.
debit - business expenses - contractors and outsourcingPayments to contractors or outsourced service providers.
debit - business expenses - other utilitiesOther operational utility expenses not listed elsewhere.
debit - business expenses - infrastructure and securitySpending on data storage, hosting, and infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure).
debit - business expenses - personnel training and educationCosts for staff development, training courses, and certifications.
debit - cost of goods sold - supplier paymentsB2B payments for materials, goods, or services.
debit - cost of goods sold - other cost of goods soldOther costs associated with Cost of Goods Sold.
debit - cost of goods sold - customer returnsCosts arising when customers return purchased items, including expenses for handling returns, processing refunds or exchanges, and any related logistics or restocking activities.
debit - cost of goods sold - courier and logisticsDHL, FedEx, Royal Mail, UPS, or same-day delivery couriers as well as self-storage.
debit - customer acquisition cost - advertising and marketing servicesAgency and PR-related marketing cost as well as digital ad spend via platforms like Meta Ads, Google Ads, or LinkedIn.
debit - customer acquisition cost - other customer acquisition costOther cost associated to marketing and customer acquisition.
debit - donations - charity and non profit organizationsDonations to charitable organizations such as UNICEF, Oxfam, or Red Cross.
debit - employee spend - entertainment and recreationSpending on leisure or recreational activities.
debit - employee spend - eating out and drinksMeals and drinks consumed outside of work.
debit - employee spend - takeaway and deliveryFood ordered via delivery or takeaway services.
debit - employee spend - gamblingGambling-related spending.
debit - employee spend - automobile and gasFuel and maintenance expenses for vehicles.
debit - employee spend - giftsPurchases of gifts for personal or work purposes.
debit - employee spend - employee reimbursementRepayment of expenses made by employees.
debit - employee spend - groceriesGrocery and supermarket spending.
debit - employee spend - hotels and accommodationHotel or lodging costs related to work or travel.
debit - employee spend - public transportBus, metro, or train fares.
debit - employee spend - taxi and ridesharePayments for taxis or ride-hailing services.
debit - employee spend - tolls and parkingsToll road or parking expenses.
debit - employee spend - airlinesFlight bookings for work or travel.
debit - employee spend - car rentalTemporary car rentals.
debit - employee spend - other transportMiscellaneous travel and transportation costs.
debit - employee spend - other employee spendOther personal or work-related employee spending.
debit - fees and charges - other fees and chargesMiscellaneous fees charged by the bank or third parties.
debit - fees and charges - bank and transaction feesBank service fees including account maintenance and ATM charges as well as transaction fees from payment processors such as Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, or Square.
debit - fees and charges - overdraft feesFees charged for insufficient funds or overdrafts.
debit - financial products and services - credit cardPayments made toward a credit card balance or annual fee.
debit - financial products and services - insurance premiumPremiums for health, life, home, or auto insurance.
debit - financial products and services - bank loan repaymentsPayments towards business loans from banks.
debit - financial products and services - goverment loan repaymentsRepayments towards government-issued loans or public funding.
debit - financial products and services - revenue based financing repaymentsPayments towards loans coming from revenue based financing.
debit - financial products and services - other business loan repaymentsOther business loan repayments.
debit - financial products and services - mortgagePayment towards mortgage loans for residential properties.
debit - government - government and local governmentPayments for public services such as visa, passport, unemployment benefit, parking permits.
debit - government - taxesTaxes; HMRC payments & Local council taxes, etc.
debit - other - otherUncategorized or unrecognized debit transactions.
debit - professional services - facility maintenanceCleaning, maintenance, or repair services.
debit - professional services - hr and recruitingSpend on recruitment agencies, HR consultancies, job platforms like LinkedIn or Indeed sponsored posts. Recruitment, onboarding, and HR-related spending.
debit - professional services - office rentalCosts of co-working spaces or leased offices.
debit - professional services - other professional servicesOther contracted professional services.
debit - professional services - stationary servicesOffice supply and stationery purchases.
debit - professional services - legal activitiesPayments for legal services or notary fees.
debit - professional services - consultancy and bookkeepingBusiness, strategy, or management consulting — e.g., Deloitte, Accenture, freelancers. Includes accountants, auditors, and bookkeepers.
debit - transfers and cash - currency exchangeTransfer to another account resulting in outgoing currency exchange transfer.
debit - transfers and cash - otherOther cash-related transfers.
debit - transfers and cash - cash withdrawalMoney withdrawn from an ATM or bank branch.
debit - transfers and cash - savingsPayments towards saving account.
debit - transfers and cash - account transferOutgoing transfer of funds between the accounts of either different individuals or the same individual.
debit - transfers and cash - investmentsExpenditures made to acquire financial assets or capital goods with the expectation of generating future income or profit. This includes purchases of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and other investment vehicles.
debit - transfers and cash - cryptocurrenciesTransfer of funds from the account holder’s bank account to a cryptocurrency broker or exchange platform for purchasing or trading cryptocurrencies.