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An extensive manual on acquiring a Cash App card for another individual
Can you procure a Cash App card for someone besides yourself? Absolutely! If you have a friend or family member interested in using Cash App, you can conveniently establish an account for them with their consent. In the case of minors aged between 13 and 17, you can apply for a sponsored account enabling them to utilize the Cash Card feature under your supervision. This guide will walk you through the process of requesting a Cash App Cash Card for another person using either your iPhone or Android device.
Essential Points to Consider
- You have the option to set up a Cash App account for another individual with their consent and information.
- Upon creation, navigate to 'Cash Card' and select 'Request Free Cash Card'. Then, follow the prompts provided.
- Through a sponsored account, your adolescent (aged 13-17) can request and employ a Cash Card.
Procedures
Setting Up a Fresh Account
Initiate Cash App. Cash App can be found for iOS on the App Store and for Android on the Google Play Store.
- You can create a new Cash App account for a friend or family member as long as you have their consent and details.
- You can set up the new account on your own device, but the other user must download the app to manage their Cash App account. Ensure to log out of your own account beforehand.
Input a valid phone number or email address. You must utilize the phone number or email address of the friend or family member.
- Only one Cash App account is allowed per phone number or email, so if you already have one, you cannot use your information to create another account.
Enter the code. Upon entering a phone number, you'll receive an SMS text message. With an email address, an email will be sent.
- Retrieve the code from the other person. You can also request a screenshot to confirm the codes match.
Provide a debit card number and tap Next.
To order a physical Cash App card, you'll need to add a valid debit card or bank account.
- If you wish to complete this later, tap SKIP.
Input the name and tap Next. Ensure to input the user's first and last name.
Input a $Cashtag and tap Next. A $Cashtag functions as the user's distinctive username, allowing others to locate them on Cash App for transactions.
- If the desired username is unavailable, you'll need to select an alternative or append numbers for uniqueness.
Conclude the setup. Provide the user's 5-digit zip code to finalize. Optionally, grant access to your phone's contacts to identify Cash App users.
- Press Continue to synchronize your contact list.
- If you prefer not to sync the user's contacts or are utilizing your own device, select Skip to decline.
Request a Cash Card. Once a bank account has been successfully added, you can request a Cash Card. Follow these steps:
- Access the Cash Card section.
- Select Get Free Cash Card.
- Proceed by selecting Continue.
- Choose a design. Basic designs (black/white) are complimentary, while premium designs may incur fees.
- Input your details. Depending on your account, you may need to provide your date of birth and/or social security number.
- Press Continue. The Cash Card should arrive within 14 days.
Establishing a Sponsored Account
Open Cash App. To request a Cash App card for your child aged between 13 and 17, you can sponsor their account.
- A sponsored account grants your child access to specific features not available until they reach 18, such as a Cash Card, banking services, instant payments, and more. As their sponsor, you'll have visibility and control over their Cash Card activities.
- If you're not logged in, enter your phone number or email address and password now.
Tap your profile icon. Located at the top-right corner of the screen.
Scroll down and tap Family Accounts. Found under the Account & Settings section.
Tap Invite a teen. This button is green and situated at the bottom-right corner.
Send the link. Depending on your device, you may receive a pre-composed message containing an invitation link. Forward this to your child via your device's messaging app, or copy and paste the message into another application.
Establish the sponsored account. Your child should receive the link. They will need to complete the setup process, which requires a valid phone number or email address. Once the account is verified, you can return to Cash App on your own device.
Authorize the sponsored account. On your own account, tap the Activity icon. Select View under the Request for Approval header. You'll need to tap Approve next to the request. Once accepted, the user will be added to your Cash App family.
Seek a Cash Card. On the sponsored account, you'll now have the option to request a Cash Card. Follow these steps:
- Tap the Cash Card tab.
- Select Get Free Cash Card.
- Choose Continue.
- Pick a design. Basic designs (black/white) are free, while premium designs have a fee.
- On the sponsor's account, approve the request in Activity. Once approved, the Cash Card should arrive within 14 days.
- If you need to use the card before that time, you can always pay without the card.
