## What
Adds a `DEMO_ENABLED` env var (`config('app.demo.enabled')`, default
`true`) to fully toggle the demo account. Setting `DEMO_ENABLED=false`
in production blocks it without code changes.
When disabled:
- **Login is blocked** — `Fortify::authenticateUsing` rejects the demo
account with a generic credentials error (doesn't reveal the demo is
off). Regular users and 2FA are unaffected.
- **Landing link hidden** — the "Check Demo" button on the landing page
is removed (shared `demoEnabled` prop).
- **No credential prefill** — `demoCredentials` is only shared when
enabled, so `/login?demo=1` no longer autofills.
## Why
The demo account is publicly shared and gets abused (e.g. duplicate
votes on integration requests). This gives us a kill switch.
## Tests
Added to `DemoAccountRestrictionsTest`:
- demo account cannot log in when disabled
- demo account can log in when enabled
- regular user can still log in when demo is disabled
Existing auth + 2FA tests still pass.
## Summary
<img width="1220" height="1001" alt="whispermoney test_"
src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/c35751d5-385b-449c-81d6-14b5b6577ff2"
/>
Introduces a fully-functional demo account that lets prospective users
explore Whisper Money without creating an account. Users can click
"Check Demo" on the welcome page to instantly access a pre-populated
account with realistic financial data spanning 12 months.
## What's New
**Try Before You Sign Up**
- New "Check Demo" button on the welcome page for instant access
- Pre-configured demo account with real-world financial scenarios
- 12 months of sample transactions across multiple account types
(checking, savings, credit cards, investments)
- Pre-built automation rules, labels, and categories to showcase the
full app experience
**Demo Account Limitations**
- Demo accounts are read-only for sensitive operations (can't change
password, email, or payment settings)
- Clear messaging throughout the UI when demo restrictions apply
- Settings pages show helpful notices about demo limitations
- Automatic daily reset to maintain fresh demo experience
**Developer Experience**
- `php artisan demo:reset` command for manual resets
- Configurable via environment variables (DEMO_EMAIL, DEMO_PASSWORD,
DEMO_ENCRYPTION_KEY)
- Comprehensive test coverage for demo restrictions and data generation
## User Impact
This feature removes the friction of signing up before understanding the
product's value. Users can:
- Explore all features with realistic data
- Test automation rules and see them in action
- View charts and insights based on a year of financial activity
- Experience the full privacy-first encryption workflow
- Understand the product before committing to create an account
Perfect for demos, screenshots, documentation, and helping users make
informed decisions about whether Whisper Money fits their needs.
Víctor Falcón