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    A bank built around you

    No matter what you’re looking for, we’ve got an online bank account designed to make it more rewarding. Let us help you find the right bank account for you.

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    • Checking Account

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      Enjoy cash back for spending and easy access to cash

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      • 1% cash back on up to $3,000 in monthly debit card purchases

        ATM transactions, the purchase of money orders or other cash equivalents, cash over portions of point-of-sale transactions, Peer-to-Peer (P2P) payments (such as Apple Pay Cash),online sports betting and internet gambling transactions, and loan payments or account funding made with your debit card are not eligible for cash back rewards. In addition, purchases made using third-party payment accounts (services such as Venmo® and PayPal®, who also provide P2P payments) may not be eligible for cash back rewards. Apple Pay® is a trademark of Apple Inc. Venmo and PayPal are registered trademarks of PayPal, Inc. Samsung Pay is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Google, Google Pay, and Android are trademarks of Google LLC.

      • No monthly fees and no minimum balance
      • Early Pay for access to your paycheck up to two days early with direct deposit

        Early Pay is automatically available to checking, savings (excluding IRA savings) and money market customers who receive qualifying ACH direct deposits. At our discretion, and dependent on the timing of our receipt of the direct deposit instructions, we may make funds from these qualifying direct deposits available to you up to 2 days early. See our Deposit Account Agreement for more information.

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      • Interest over 5xthe National Savings Average

        The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for the Online Savings Account as of XX/XX/XXXX is more than five times the national average APY for interest bearing savings accounts with a balance of $500 as reported by Curinos as of XX/XX/XXXX.National average is based on information regarding the top 50 banks (by deposit size) and may not include information from variations in regional pricing at such banks or information from products that may not be widely available to their customers. Rates were obtained from Curinos, who relies on the data from the banks it tracks and such information cannot be guaranteed. APYs are subject to change at any time.

      • No minimumbalance requirement
      • No monthly feesor hidden penalties

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    • Money Market Account

      Money Market Account

      Earn higher interest with easy access to cash

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      • X.XX% APY

        Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX for Money Market Account balances under $100,000 and subject to change daily without notice before or after the account is opened. Applies to personal accounts only. Minimum opening deposit is $2,500.

        for balances under $100,000
      • X.XX% APY

        Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX for Money Market Account balances of $100,000 or more, on the entire balance in your Money Market Account, and subject to change daily without notice before or after the account is opened. Applies to personal accounts only. Minimum opening deposit is $2,500.

        for balances $100,000 and over
      • Easy cash accessvia ATM, debit or check

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      • X.XX% APY

        Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX, is subject to change without notice, and will be determined and fixed for the term at funding. Applies to personal accounts only. A penalty may be charged for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit to open is $2,500.

        for a 12-month term
      • Flexible termsfrom 3 months to 10 years
      • Startsavingwith as little as $2,500

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      • No account fees

        We don’t charge any incoming or outgoing wire service charge fees for IRA products.

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    No banking fees, no surprises

    We're an online bank that says goodbye to gimmicks, gotchas, and fees.

    No. Fees. Period.

    Outgoing wire transfers are subject to a service charge. You may be charged a fee by a non-Discover ATM if it is not part of the 60,000+ ATMs in our no-fee network. A penalty may be charged for early withdrawal from a CD account or IRA CD account.

    • No monthly fees on any account.
    • No insufficient funds or overdraft fees.

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    Simple terms? Check. What about outstanding rewards and excellent service? Yeah, we have that too.

    1% Cash Backon up to $3,000 in debit card purchases each month

    ATM transactions, the purchase of money orders or other cash equivalents, cash over portions of point-of-sale transactions, Peer-to-Peer (P2P) payments (such as Apple Pay Cash),online sports betting and internet gambling transactions, and loan payments or account funding made with your debit card are not eligible for cash back rewards. In addition, purchases made using third-party payment accounts (services such as Venmo® and PayPal®, who also provide P2P payments) may not be eligible for cash back rewards. Apple Pay® is a trademark of Apple Inc. Venmo and PayPal are registered trademarks of PayPal, Inc. Samsung Pay is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Google, Google Pay, and Android are trademarks of Google LLC.

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    X.XX% APY

    Annual Percentage Yield (APY). Advertised Online Savings Account APY is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX. Applies to personal accounts only. APY may change before or after the account is opened. No minimum deposit to open.

    watch your money grow

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    X.XX% APY

    Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX, is subject to change without notice, and will be determined and fixed for the term at funding. Applies to personal accounts only. A penalty may be charged for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit to open is $2,500.

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    Discover Bank®, NerdWallet's 2024 winner for Best Online Banking Experience

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    “Discover’s high-yield savings account is among the best in its online class.”

    “Discover Bank is an online bank providing one of the most attractive checking account offers in the industry. With it you can earn cash back on debit card purchases, while paying no monthly fees.”

    “Most of the time, Discover Bank is on our list of the best high yield savings accounts and our list of the best money market accounts.”

    "Discover Bank offers a broad range of products, including checking and savings accounts, money market accounts, and CDs with maturity dates between three months and 10 years."

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      1. Give us a few basics (like address and Social Security Number), and we’ll get the ball rolling.
      2. Make a deposit now or come back and do it later. Whatever works for you.
      3. Check your email for a confirmation, and you’re on your way to making your financial goals a reality.
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      FAQs

      Why won't they let me open a bank account online? ›

      Common reasons consumers are turned down for a bank account include a history of overdrafts, unpaid bank fees or suspected fraud. Applications can also be denied due to mistakes on one's checking account report. If you've been denied a bank account, ask the bank why this happened.

      Why is Discover not accepting new checking accounts? ›

      Dive Brief:

      Discover Financial Services has stopped taking applications for a new checking account that offers cash-back and debit features, saying it encountered too much fraud. It had begun selling the new service in April.

      What is the minimum deposit to open a Discover account? ›

      There is no minimum deposit to open a Discover Online Savings account.

      Does Discover Bank require SSN? ›

      Full name and contact information. Social Security number or taxpayer identification number. Government-issued ID (e.g., driver's license, passport, Social Security card) Employment information.

      Can I open a bank account online same day? ›

      Generally, yes. You can open a checking account online in just a few minutes with an online bank or credit union or with traditional banks and credit unions that offer online banking and checking accounts. The funds in your new account may take a few days to process, though.

      Which bank account can be opened quickly? ›

      HDFC Bank's InstaAccount journey is a fully digital, no contact process that helps you open a savings account. Be it our Regular Savings Account or our premium SavingsMax account, open it instantly from the comfort of your home.

      What bank gives you a second chance? ›

      Chime Second Chance Banking

      Chime is an online-only fintech company that offers banking services through The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or Stride Bank, N.A. Its Second Chance Banking option boasts no monthly fees and no credit or ChexSystems check.

      Why do I keep getting denied to open a bank account? ›

      The primary reasons people can't open a bank account are negative items on a ChexSystems or Early Warning Services report, errors on the reports or bad credit.

      What is the controversy with Discover Bank? ›

      The company was accused of miscalculating late fees that would be very small dollar amounts for individual consumers but, in the aggregate, would be a large sum of money. The arbitration itself was not disputed but class action status was requested and denied by the company, based on Delaware law.

      What's going to happen to Discover Bank? ›

      Capital One announced on Monday its intention to acquire Discover® Bank in an all-stock transaction valued at $35.3 billion—set to close in late 2024 or early 2025.

      What is the Discover Bank controversy? ›

      The CFPB found that Discover overstated the minimum amounts due on billing statements and denied consumers information they needed to obtain federal income tax benefits. The company also engaged in illegal debt collection tactics, including calling consumers early in the morning and late at night.

      What is the disadvantage of a Discover savings account? ›

      If you need variety within your banking products, there are other financial institutions with more options. Also, Discover Bank is primarily online-only with one physical location in Greenwood, Delaware, which means you likely can't get to a branch fast.

      Is it free to open a Discover Bank account? ›

      Apply for a free checking account online in minutes

      Apply for a Discover Cashback Debit account without impacting your credit score.

      Is Discover Bank a good bank? ›

      Discover pays above-average interest on nearly all account types. But where it shines most is with its online savings account, which pays high interest on all account balances, and its CDs. Discover® Bank also has an excellent checking account, offering cash back rewards on purchases made with the debit card.

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