{"id":128199,"date":"2019-02-19T20:40:17","date_gmt":"2019-02-19T20:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=128199"},"modified":"2025-07-01T22:20:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T05:20:30","slug":"connect-bank-account-paypal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/connect-bank-account-paypal\/","title":{"rendered":"How to link a bank account in PayPal"},"content":{"rendered":"

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PayPal\u00a0is an easy and safe way to purchase things online. Make it even faster by linking your bank account to your PayPal account. In a couple of steps and a couple of days, you can easily pay for items online via your bank.<\/p>\n

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How to link a bank account in PayPal<\/h2>\n

To get started, head over to PayPal and sign in. Click “Wallet” at the top of the screen.<\/p>\n

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Here you can “Link a debit or credit card” or \u201cLink a bank account.\u201d In this case, we’ll click the bank option.<\/p>\n

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Now, choose your bank from the list:<\/p>\n

\"paypalIs your bank missing? Click \u201cI have a different bank\u201d if you don\u2019t see yours listed. If that\u2019s the case, enter in your routing and bank account number at the prompt to connect your bank and PayPal.<\/p>\n

If your bank is on the list, choose it. Some banks will let you instantly connect by using your bank login information. You would use your user ID and the password for your online bank account, not your PayPal login information, for instant confirmation.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, select \u201cChecking\u201d or \u201cSavings,\u201d and enter in your account number and your bank\u2019s routing number. If you have a check lying around, here’s where to find those numbers:<\/p>\n

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The routing number contains nine numbers. Double check the numbers you entered. Then, select \u201cAgree and Link.\u201d<\/p>\n

In a couple of days, take a look at your bank statement. You should find two small deposit amounts that range between $.01-$.99. Then, you will see a third amount that has added the numbers and withdrawn it. To connect your bank and PayPal, you must enter in the two deposit amounts.<\/p>\n

If your bank has only deposited one lump sum from PayPal, you will need to call PayPal to confirm the information or you can turn to instant confirmation and input your info.<\/p>\n

If you have two separate deposit amounts, click on \u201cWallet\u201d at the top of the PayPal page. Choose the bank you want to confirm. Next, carefully enter the exact amount deposited into your account. Submit the information.<\/p>\n

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Is your bank confirmed? If not,\u00a0PayPal shares<\/a>\u00a0a few things to keep in mind when linking accounts.<\/p>\n