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See how much is safe for you to spend
Our app uses machine learning and financial best practices to calculate how much should be available in Spending at any given time. This is based off your deposits, what you owe, and planning for way down the road.
You make a deposit
Money from a direct deposit or a transfer from a linked bank starts in Spending.
We run the numbers
Our app decides what you’ll need for expenses and goals and moves that amount to Bills, Savings, or Investing.
And shows what’s left
What’s available in Spending is good to use on everyday items or a spontaneous splurge.
A debit card that’s smart like you1
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Pay on the go
Use your digital wallet and check out from your phone, wrist, or some other fancy contraption.
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No ATM Fees6
Use your app to find 55,000+ Allpoint ATMs and pull out cash without paying a fee.⁶
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Prevent fraud
Lose your card? No biggie. Lock your card with a tap and get notified about any unusual activity.
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Spend safely
Your debit card pulls money from Spending, so you won’t spend money that's already been budgeted for bills.
Expect more from your bank account
Helping you make smart money decisions is what sets us apart. Using the Oportun app saves you time and helps you become more financially healthy. It’s everything you should be demanding from a bank account these days — and then some.
Stay organized
With separate accounts for Spending, Bills, and Savings, you can keep your money moving toward your goals.
Transfer in a snap
Move funds between Spending, Bills, and Savings. This usually happens in seconds.
FDIC-insured
The cash in Spending, Bills, and Savings is protected up to $250,000.⁴
Balance controls
Oportun can auto-transfer from Bills or Savings to keep the amount in Spending at a certain level.
Smart spending
Our app studies your spending habits and learns how much to leave in Spending.
Daily updates
Get helpful balance updates and notifications whenever you use your Direct Visa Debit Card1.
Oportun is not a bank. Oportun offers the deposit account (Direct℠) via its bank partner Pathward, N.A. Member FDIC.
Try the Oportun app for free
The all-in-one app⁷ that intelligently saves, budgets, and invests is yours for 30 days free and just $5/month after. Cancel anytime.
That was a mouthful
Still have questions about Spending? Here are some of our most common ones.
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Can I use direct deposit?
You sure can. You can do it right in the app with our partner, Atomic. We can also send you a form that you can share with your employer, HR department, or payroll service.
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How do I add money to Spending?
There are a few different ways. Money can come in via direct deposit, a manual transfer from a linked bank, or Smart Deposits. Smart Deposits are automatic transfers from your linked bank that happen each week based on upcoming Bills and Savings deadlines.
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When will my debit card arrive?
A shiny new debit card will show up in your mailbox 7-10 business days after you’ve created your Direct account.
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How long do transfers take?
It’s a good question. If your transferring money between accounts in the Oportun app, it usually takes a few seconds. From a linked bank, transfers typically settle within 3-5 business days. It depends on your bank’s processing schedule and time of day the transfer was made.
Read more FAQ’s in our Help Center
