Top 20 Checking Accounts 2023
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Among the Best Online Banks 2023
Forbes Advisor
Best Checking Account for College Students 2023
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Key Features
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Unlimited domestic ATM fee reimbursements
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No overdraft or non-sufficient funds fees
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No monthly maintenance fees
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No minimum monthly balance requirements
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Direct Deposit Express
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Exclusive Visa® offers and perks
Direct Deposit Express
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Get paid up to two days early*
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Simple, fast, and free of charge
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Automatic feature for Essential Checking
customers with direct deposit
Helpful Banking Features
Invite Friends
Help a friend bank smarter with little to no fees, high savings rates, and a simple banking app to fit their busy lifestyle. Plus, when your friend meets our welcome bonus requirements, we’ll deposit $50 into your account – and theirs!
Peer-to-Peer Payments
Pay your friends directly from your account. All you need is their mobile number or email. It’s fast, easy, and secure.
Account Alerts
Want to stay up-to-date on your activity? We’ve got you covered. Turn on alerts and get real-time updates on your account activity. Get notified via text, push notifications, or email – it’s all up to you!
Debit Card
Management
Activate, deactivate, or reactivate your debit card – all from your banking dashboard. Need a replacement card? Traveling soon? Not a problem – take care of all your debit card needs online.
Biometric Authentication
Fingerprints, voiceprints, and facial recognition = peace of mind. At Axos Bank, your security is our top concern. Boost your account security with biometric authentication – and keep the scammers away.
Automate
Your Bills
Never miss a bill payment again. With Bill Pay, you can truly “set it and forget it” by auto-paying bills directly from your account.
Security You Can Count On
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2-Step Authentication
For identity verification, we ask questions that only you know the answer to or we'll send a security code to your registered device.
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SSL Encryption
Our 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption ensures your data remains private and secure.
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Anti-Virus and Malware Protection
We execute regular updates to detect and prevent viruses and malicious software.
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Automatic Logout
Inactive sessions are automatically logged out to prevent unauthorized data collection or use of your accounts.
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Account Monitoring
All accounts are regularly monitored for potential fraud.
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Usernames and Passwords
We do not and will not share your usernames or passwords.
Ready to apply?
All you need is a valid ID, your Social Security number, and 15 minutes.