Sending and receiving money is now a very normal thing in our current generation, with billions of transactions counted around the globe daily. However, to send money from one account to another, the account must be recharged to be able to send the cash.
Well, today we are talking more about Cash App and how to add money to Cash App. There are several ways of adding cash to Cash App, but may be you do not want some long processes which will disturb you.
In such case, we advice you to add your paper money to Cash App. Is it possible? Well, after the process has been explained, you will better understand how fast and easy it is done. Keep reading as see how to add paper money to your Cash App account right now.
Adding Paper Money to Cash App Right Now
As we said above, there are several ways of sending money to your Cash App account. And we will be showing you all of these ways, but will show them only if you are not satisfied with the method of sending paper money to your account.
To do this method, there are some things you'll need so that you can be able to add paper money to your account.
Requirements
Smartphone or smart device with Cash App Installed
A valid and verified Cash App account
Physical Cash (Paper Money)
A good internet connection
Necessary information/ procedure (See below)
1. Add Paper Money to Cash App
I believe if you are here, then you can confirm that you have an active account already installed on your smartphone or device. If you have it, then the next thing you have to do is to find or look for a nearby shop that allows Cash App money deposits.
There are several retailers or shops that permit one to be able to deposit cash into his/her cash app from there. Some like 7-Eleven, Walmart, and many others are the most popular ones. (Check below to see a list of popular retail shops that allow Cash App deposits).
- To find one, go to your Cash App account, and you'll see the bank icon on the lower part of your screen.
- Click on it, and then click on "Paper Money." This will search for the nearest location where you can deposit paper money.
- Once you've found one, you should go there to the shop and go to the cashier
- Then, you request that you want to deposit cash at the cashier
- The cashier will ask for your account details like name, email (no passwords or security info should be given out)
- After you've given them, you then have to give the Cashier the paper money you brought along.
- This generally takes less than 3 minutes and you will be notified that your account has been recharged.
This process too is generally good for people who are just beside a shop, or that they are at a shop that allows Cash App deposits and want to recharge their account.
Apart from that, we advice you use other methods of recharging your account. Here are some of them below.
Retailer Shops that Accept Cash App Paper Money Deposits
Some of them are;
- Walmart
- 7-Eleven
- Walgreens
- Rite Aid
- HEB
- Sheetz
- KwikTrip
- Speedway
- GoMart
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- StopNGo
- Thorntons
2. Ask a Friend or Family to Send you Cash to your Account
This is another easy method of adding paper money to Cash App that is not talked about a lot. It is easy and with no fees, since Cash App does not charge fees when it's family p2p transfers.
So in this case, what do you do? You just agree with your family or friend that they send you the money. And if charges apply you pay that too.
And what they will do is that they will transfer you the cash into your account. Opt for an instant transfer so that it goes quickly in less than 5 minutes rather than a standard transfer that will last more than 2 days.
And once the transfer is done, you check your account to be sure it is there, and then pay back your friend or family with the physical cash or Paper money
Other Methods of Recharging your Cash App
1. Bank Account Transfer
This is the main method that people know, since it is easy, can be done anywhere and the only thing you'll need is a good internet connection, and that you bank account be recharged. It is done in two main methods, first link your cash app account and your bank account/debit card, and then send the money easily.
a. Link Your Cash App to your Bank Account
To link your bank account, first of all log into your account and go to your profiles section.
- Once there, look for the "linked banks" or "Banking" depending on your phone. Click on it
- After you will have to click on "Add Bank" or "+" depending on your device.
- There, you will have to provide necessary information about your bank. After you've given all info, click on "Done," and Cash App will have to verify your account to be sure it is well put.
- After doing all of these, you should find your account in the "Linked Accounts" tab.
b. Sending of the Cash
Since your account is already linked to your Cash App, it becomes easier to complete transactions. Follow these steps.
Launch your Cash App, and then click on your Balance on the lower left of your screen.
Then, you will have to click on the "Add Money" button.
You will then have to write the amount to be deposited, and then click on Add.
You will then be prompted to confirm from which bank account (the linked accounts if you have linked many) you have to withdraw from.
Then you should just follow all the necessary steps to complete the transaction.
This process does not take long. After linking your bank account or card, you can deposit or withdraw from Cash App at any time.
Does Cash App Charge a Fee for Paper Money Deposits?
Yes, Cash App has a $1 fee they charge for all Paper money deposits. Whether you deposit $50 or $100 or even $1000, the fee is the same. So, the more you recharge, the less you feel the charges cut.
Final Remarks on Paper Money Deposits on Cash App Card
Depositing Money into your Cash App account is crucial especially if you deal alot with online transactions. And with Cash App being one of the most popular P2P apps right now, it is no surprise people ask a lot about Cash App.
Well, we said to add Paper money, is to use the Paper money option in the Cash App, which will help you look for the nearest place you can complete a deposit. They will provide the address to the shop, that you just go there and complete your deposit.
However, if you feel it is too long to handle, then you should think about depositing via bank transfer. This is done by linking your bank account and your Cash App, and easily sending money from one to the other when need be.