Matt D'Avella Digital Subscription Audit

Matt D'Avella subscription audit method helps you find hidden recurring expenses, cancel unused services, and streamline monthly spending in 45 minutes.

5 time blocks, 45 minutes in total.

Time blocks

Export Financial Statements: 10 min
Download bank and credit card statements for the last 30 days
List Recurring Payments: 10 min
Write down every active subscription app tool and streaming service
Apply 30 Day Usage Test: 10 min
Mark any service you have not actively used in the last month
Cancel Unused Services: 10 min
Log into account portals and cancel every unused subscription
Log Keepers in Central Note: 5 min
Record active services renewal dates and costs in a central note

About this routine

Minimalist filmmaker Matt D'Avella subscription audit strategy targets the recurring expenses that quietly accumulate across banking apps, software tools, and streaming platforms.

The audit relies on a simple rule: if a service was not used in the past month, it gets canceled immediately. You can always resubscribe later if you genuinely miss it.

By reviewing statement line items and logging essential expenses in one place, you maintain full awareness of where your money goes every month.

Why this routine works

Identifies forgotten monthly recurring fees on bank statements
Reduces software and streaming subscription creep
Simplifies monthly budgeting into one short session

FAQ

What is Matt D'Avella's subscription audit?

It is a minimalist system where you export financial statements, identify every recurring payment, and cancel any service not used in the past 30 days.

How long does a digital subscription audit take?

This full audit takes 45 minutes, covering statement export, evaluation, cancellation, and logging.

How often should you audit digital subscriptions?

Matt D'Avella recommends auditing subscriptions monthly or quarterly to keep fixed expenses lean and prevent subscription creep.

Sources

Matt D'Avella YouTube Channel: Digital Minimalism and Financial Audits