How do i sign up with zelle

Q: Do I need to set up a Zelle account to receive money?

But, even if you dont have Zelle® available through your bank or credit union, you can still use it! Simply download the Zelle® app in the App Store or Google Play and enroll an eligible Visa® or Mastercard® debit card. After you enroll, you can send and receive money with confidence to almost anyone you trust.

Zelle® is the answer for so many situations.

Need to pay rent? Zelle®. Share household expenses? Zelle®. Settle up with friends for a night out? Yep, Zelle® again. Check out the video below to see how easy it is.

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Zelle® is the answer for so many situations.
Why use Zelle®?
Already have the U.S. Bank Mobile App?
You can also use Zelle® in online banking.
Frequently asked questions
How it works:
Nearly Everywhere
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Enroll in Zelle® to quickly send and receive money
How do I create a Zelle account?
Do you need a bank account to sign up for Zelle?
Do I need to set up a Zelle account to receive money?

Plus, with Zelle® ready contacts, it’s easy to know who’s already enrolled with Zelle®. When you see a purple “Z” icon next to someone’s name on your contact list, you can send them money with Zelle® anytime with the confidence that it’ll be in their account in minutes. Learn more about Zelle® ready contacts below in the FAQ.

Why use Zelle®?

It’s safe.

With Zelle®, money travels directly between accounts with no stops in between. And as a U.S. Bank customer, you’re protected by our Digital Security Coverage.

It’s fast.

Money you send with Zelle® can be in your recipient’s account in minutes,2 making Zelle® an ideal way to share the cost of expenses between friends or send the gift of money.

It’s convenient.

Find Zelle® in the U.S. Bank Mobile App or online banking. All you need to send money is the recipient’s email address or U.S. mobile number.

It’s easy.

Sending money is simple. Just pick a trusted recipient, enter an amount and hit Send. You can track your payment in mobile or online banking. Requesting money is just as easy.3

It’s personal.

You can add emojis and choose from a wide variety of colorful, entertaining eCards to send with your Zelle® payment. Add a personal touch for any occasion – or just a bit of fun for no reason at all. See our eCard FAQ.

Already have the U.S. Bank Mobile App?

You can also use Zelle® in online banking.

You can start using Zelle®anytime you're banking in the app or online. Simply log in to your account and explore everything you can do.

Frequently asked questions

How it works:

Fast

Send and receive money in minutes1 while keeping your account information private.

Easy

All you need is a U.S. bank account and a U.S. mobile number or email.

Free

Zelle® is free in our mobile app and Online Banking.

Nearly Everywhere

Zelle® is in most people's banking apps, and money is sent directly between accounts.1

Send and receive money fast with Zelle®

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How do I create a Zelle account?

To get started, log in to the U.S. Bank Mobile App or online banking and navigate to Send money with Zelle^®. Select an email address or U.S. mobile number that friends will use to send you money, enter a verification code if you receive one, select the receiving account and select Enroll.

Almost anyone can use it. You just need a bank account in the U.S. and a U.S. mobile number or email. Millions of people already have it in their bank's app or there's a separate Zelle app that friends can use by enrolling their debit card.

Do I need to set up a Zelle account to receive money?

But, even if you don't have Zelle® available through your bank or credit union, you can still use it! Simply download the Zelle® app in the App Store or Google Play and enroll an eligible Visa® or Mastercard® debit card. After you enroll, you can send and receive money with confidence to almost anyone you trust.