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    A Complete Guide to Online Banking

    Manage your bank accounts, pay bills, and transfer money from your computer or phone.

    At a Glance

    Category
    How-To Guides
    Difficulty
    Beginner
    Read Time
    2 min read
    Steps
    7
    Topics covered
    banking
    online
    finance
    bills

    In this guide (7 steps):

    1. 1.Set up online banking
    2. 2.Download the mobile app
    3. 3.Check balances and transactions
    4. 4.Pay bills online
    5. 5.Transfer money
    6. 6.Deposit checks from home
    7. 7.Stay secure
    1

    Set up online banking

    ~15s
    Visit your bank's website and click "Enroll" or "Sign Up for Online Banking." You will need your account number, Social Security number (last 4), and contact information.
    2

    Download the mobile app

    ~15s
    Search for your bank in the App Store or Google Play. Download the official app only. Sign in with your new online banking credentials.
    3

    Check balances and transactions

    ~15s
    The main screen shows your account balances. Tap an account to see recent transactions. Review regularly for any charges you don't recognize.
    4

    Pay bills online

    ~15s
    Look for "Bill Pay" in your banking app. Add a payee (like your electric company). Enter the amount and date. The bank sends payment electronically or by check. You never mail a check again.
    5

    Transfer money

    ~15s
    Use the Transfer feature to move money between your accounts. For sending to other people, use Zelle (built into most banking apps) for free instant transfers.
    6

    Deposit checks from home

    ~15s
    Use Mobile Deposit: open the banking app, tap Deposit, take photos of the front and back of your check. The money appears in your account within 1-2 business days.
    7

    Stay secure

    ~15s
    Enable two-factor authentication. Use biometric login (fingerprint/face). Never use public Wi-Fi for banking. Set up transaction alerts. Call your bank right away if you see suspicious activity.

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