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Zelle

Zelle

star4.2

Downloads

10M+

For Android

APK

Category

Apps

Developer

Early Warning Services, LLC

License

Free

Platform

Android & iOS

Updated

Mar 7, 2025

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Written by Alexander Reed

Published on Jun 21, 2023

About Zelle

Zelle is a digital payment network that enables fast, safe, and easy money transfers directly between bank accounts. Built into the apps and websites of over 1,700 financial institutions, Zelle allows users to send money using just an email address or phone number. Unlike other payment apps, Zelle typically deposits funds within minutes rather than days, and it's backed by major banks for added security. The service is free for users and doesn't require maintaining a separate balance.

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  • Instant Transfers: Send money directly from your bank account to another person's bank account within minutes.
  • Bank Integration: Access Zelle directly through your existing bank's mobile app if they're a partner institution.
  • No Fees: Send and receive money with zero transaction fees for standard transfers.
  • Email or Phone: Send money using just the recipient's email address or U.S. mobile phone number.
  • Request Money: Send payment requests to friends and family for splitting bills or collecting owed money.
  • Bank-Level Security: Benefit from the same security measures your bank uses to protect your account.

Pros

  • Lightning-fast transfers
  • No transaction fees
  • Backed by major banks
  • Direct bank transfers
  • Wide bank network

Cons

  • Limited fraud protection
  • No buyer protection
  • Can't cancel payments
  • Requires bank enrollment
  • Customer support issues

How to download & use

  1. Download the Zelle app via the link on this page or access through your bank's app.
  2. Open the app and enroll using your email address, phone number, and U.S. debit card.
  3. Verify your email address and phone number through the confirmation codes sent to you.
  4. Accept the Zelle Terms of Service and wait for enrollment confirmation from your bank.
  5. Add contacts by entering their email address or phone number enrolled with Zelle.
  6. Enter the amount to send, select a recipient, add a note if desired, and confirm the transfer.

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Zelle

Zelle

star

4.2

Conclusion

Zelle excels at providing fast, free bank-to-bank transfers with the security backing of major financial institutions. While the lack of buyer protection and inability to cancel payments are significant drawbacks, the speed and convenience of instant transfers make it ideal for sending money to trusted friends and family. The extensive bank network integration means many users can access Zelle without downloading a separate app.

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