FAQ


Q: Who created tortoise?

tortoise is brought to you by ARTPOWER, a team of artists, cultural strategists, and advocates working to bring artists sustained financial power, dignity, and freedom. 

Q: Who is tortoise for?
tortoise is for working artists who want to nurture a sustainable financial future through their art practice.  

Q: Other finance apps haven't worked for me. What makes tortoise different?
tortoise is the only financial app that is made by artists, for artists. That means that each tool and resource we offer is carefully crafted to support your financial aspirations.  

Q: When will tortoise be available?
tortoise will be available the first week of December 2024. We will use the first few months to learn from artists and make improvements before launching a native app in 2025. Sign up now using the form below.  

Q: Is tortoise free?
Yes tortoise is free to use. 

Q: Will my data be secure?
tortoise will never sell your personal data. For your financial data, we use Plaid to securely connect to your accounts - we do not store your financial account information and never will.