Can i transfer money from my cash app to paypal

PayPal and Cash App are two of the best ways to send and receive money online. However, there isn’t a direct way to transfer money between the two popular apps without a few extra steps. Here’s how to send money from PayPal to the Cash App.

Read more: What is PayPal?

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To send money from PayPal to your Cash App, you will need to transfer the funds to a bank account linked to both apps. Transfer the money from PayPal to your bank account, and move it from the account to the Cash App.

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Transfer money from PayPal to your bank account

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Before getting started, make sure your bank account is linked to PayPal. You can transfer money from your PayPal balance to your bank account using the PayPal app or the website.

1. Open the PayPal app.
2. Tap on the Transfer option in the balance section.
3. Pick Transfer to bank.
4. Select the amount you want to transfer.
5. Pick your transfer preference. To send to a bank account, select in 1-3 days.
6. Select the bank account you want to send the money to. It should be the same linked to your Cash App.
7. Hit Transfer Now.

Send money from the bank account to your Cash App

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The money will take some days to arrive in your bank account. Once it does, you’re ready to send it over to Cash App.

1. Open the Cash App.
2. Tap on the Banking tab.
3. Select Add cash.
4. Type the amount you want to transfer.
5. Select Add.
6. Confirm your PIN and hit Next.

Cash App isn’t just a money transferring and easy payment platform. You can actually use it as a bank if you sign up for the Visa Cash Card. Doing this gets you a routing and account number, turning Cash App into a digital bank account. Once you get a routing and account number, you can add it to your PayPal account and send money directly to it. As if that wasn’t enough, you can also do an instant transfer from PayPal to the Cash Card debit card. Instant deposits to debit cards incur a fee, though. Currently, the fee is 1.75% (with a maximum of $25).

1. Open the Cash App.
2. Tap on the Cash Card tab.
3. Follow the instructions to set up your account.
4. When done, go to the Banking section again.
5. Under the Cash Balance section, tap on the Account and Routing area.
6. Use this information to add your bank account to your PayPal account. You can also add the Cash Card to your PayPal payment methods for instant transfers.
7. From the PayPal app, tap on the Transfer option in the balance section.
8. Pick Transfer to bank.
9. Select the amount you want to transfer.
10. Pick your transfer preference. To send to a bank account, select in 1-3 days. To send to the Cash Card instantly, choose in minutes.
11. Select the Cash App bank account or card you want to send the money to.
12. Hit Transfer Now.

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Can I transfer money from Cash App to PayPal?

Yes. It works the same way, just the other way around. Cash Out in the Cash App and transfer money to your bank account. Open your PayPal account via the app or on the website and click on Add money.

Is it free to send money from PayPal to the Cash App?

PayPal has a 1.75% fee if you do an instant transfer using a debit card. If you do a no-fee bank transfer, it will take one to three business days.

What if my Cash App and PayPal are linked to different bank accounts?

This will add an extra step to the process. You will have to transfer the money from PayPal to the linked account, send the money from one bank to the other, and transfer the funds to your Cash App.

Which cards does Cash App support?

Cash App supports Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover cards. Even some prepaid cards are supported, but the company might not allow cashing out to them. Additionally, Cash App is very clear that it doesn’t support ATM cards, PayPal, or Business cards.

People that have both PayPal and Cash App are naturally wondering if they can connect the two and send money between them. For two of the most popular money transfer apps, it should be a breeze, right? 

Still, there’s no way to directly connect PayPal to Cash App at the moment. There’s, therefore, no way to transfer money directly between the two.

However, you can connect the PayPal Cash Card and Cash App Card or connect apps with a linked bank account. All these workarounds works to transfer between PayPal and Cash App. Keep reading to find out how to send money between PayPal and Cash App using these three methods:

• Through a linked bank account
• Through connecting PayPal account with your Cash App card
• Through sending from Cash App to PayPal Cash Card.

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Connect PayPal and Cash App Through a Linked Bank Account

1. Transfer money from PayPal to your bank account

If you don’t have a bank account linked to PayPal, here’s how to do it:

1. Go to ‘Money’
2. Click ‘Link a bank’ (If you’re on the app, tap Menu then Banks and Cards.)
3. Search for your bank or select it from the list.
4. Enter your online banking details to instantly link your bank account with your PayPal account.
5. Otherwise, click Link your bank another way at the bottom of the page. Enter your bank details and click Agree and Link. By doing so, you agree to let PayPal send 2 small deposits (both less than $1.00) to your bank account. It may take up to 3 business days for the deposits to arrive. When you know the deposit amounts, go to your Wallet page and enter them to confirm you own the bank account.

If you have previously linked a bank account:

1. Log into your PayPal account and click “Transfer Money”
2. Click “Transfer to your bank”
3. Enter the desired amount
4. Doublecheck the info and click “Transfer Now”
5. Head to your “Wallet” on PayPal and click “Done”

2. Add money to the Cash App from your bank account

If you don’t have a bank account associated with your Cash App, here’s how to add a bank to your Cash App:

1. Tap the Banking tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Select “Link Bank”
3. Follow the prompts to fill in the bank account and routing numbers
4. Confirm 

If you have a linked bank account:

1. Launch the Cash App 
2. Head to your account balance
3. Click on “Add Cash” between pop-up options and enter the amount 
4. Click “Add” 
5. Enter your PIN or use Touch ID to confirm the transfer

You have now successfully transferred money from your PayPal account to Cash App via a connected bank account. In a somewhat convoluted process, this is the easiest way to do it at the moment. 

Connect PayPal Account With Your Cash App Card

1. Get the Cash App routing number

We can successfully connect Cash App as a bank account to PayPal. For that, we need to have the routing and account number. The only way to get them is by having a physical Cash App card that is free for all verified Cash App users. 

To order yours:

1. Tap the Cash Card tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Press Get Cash Card
3. Tap Continue
4. Follow the steps

If you already have the card, follow the following steps to get the routing and account number:

1. Open the Cash App
2. Go to My Cash tab ($ symbol)
3. Tap ‘Cash’ button
4. Scroll down to the ‘Direct Deposit’ section and tap ‘Get Account Number’
5. Enable account on the pop up screen
6. Tap ‘Copy Account Details’
7. Select ‘Copy Routing Number’ to copy it directly to your clipboard

2. Add your Cash App Card to PayPal

To easily add your Cash App card to your PayPal account, follow the following steps:

1. Go to ‘Money’
2. Click ‘Link a new card’
3. Click on Visa from the list
4. Enter your card details to instantly link your Cash App card with your PayPal account
5. Click on the new card and click ‘Confirm card’
6. Click ‘Get Code’, then click ‘Done’

To confirm your card by entering the code, have your 4-digit PayPal code ready and follow the steps below:

1. Go to Money
2. Click the card you want to confirm
3. Enter the 4-digit PayPal code and click Confirm

3. Add your Cash App Card as a bank on PayPal

Alternatively, you can add your Cash App card as a bank account on PayPal as well. 

1. Go to ‘Money’
2. Click ‘Link a bank account’
3. Enter your Cash App routing and account number
4. Click ‘Link bank’
5. Enter your online banking details to instantly link your bank account with your PayPal account.
6. Otherwise, click Link your bank another way at the bottom of the page. Enter your bank details and click Agree and Link. By doing so, you agree to let PayPal send 2 small deposits (both less than $1.00) to your bank account. It may take up to 3 business days for the deposits to arrive. When you know the deposit amounts, go to your Wallet page and enter them to confirm you own the bank account.

Now that you have your Cash App account (card) linked to your PayPal account, you can transfer your PayPal balance to the Cash App.

Send money from Cash App to PayPal Cash Card

The PayPal Cash Card allows you to:

• Instantly access your money in PayPal
• Use your funds in PayPal to make purchases in stores or online
• Withdraw money from PayPal at ATMs worldwide
• Add cash to PayPal in tens of thousands of stores nationwide where cash reloading is supported

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1. Request the PayPal Cash Card

To request the PayPal Cash Card:

1. Go to the PayPal Cash Card Page
2. Click ‘Get the Card’
3. Log into your PayPal Account
4. Tap ‘More’ 
5. Tap ‘Order a PayPal Cash Card’
6. Upgrade your PayPal Cash Account if needed
7. Confirm your address for delivery

2. Get the routing number

Once the card arrives and you have activated it, find the bank account and routing numbers:

1. Go to the PayPal Website
2. Log in to your PayPal Account
3. Click the ‘Settings’
4. Select ‘Set up or view direct deposit’
5. Write down the details

3. Add your PayPal Cash Card as a bank on Cash App

To add a bank to your Cash App:

1. Tap the Banking tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Select Link Bank
3. Type in the PayPal Cash Card account and routing numbers
4. Confirm

4. Transfer your Money from Cash App to PayPal

To cash out funds from your Cash App to your bank account:

1. Tap the Balance tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Press ‘Cash Out’
3. Choose an amount and press ‘Cash Out’
4. Select the deposit speed (Instant or Standard)
5. Confirm the transfer with your PIN or Touch ID

FAQ

What are the fees for transferring money between PayPal and Cash App?

If time is of no essence, standard transfers that take between 1 and 3 business days are free on both apps. For instant transfers, PayPal charges a 1% fee (max $10), and CashApp charges a 1.5% fee. 

How much money can I send with Cash App?

Cash App lets you send and receive up to $1,000 within any 30 days. To increase these limits, you’ll have to verify your identity by using your full name, date of birth, and the last 4 digits of your SSN.

How much money can I send with PayPal?

Unverified accounts can send up to $500 a month. If your account is verified, there’s no limit on the total amount of money you can send from your account. But may be limited to $10,000 in a single transaction.

How to activate Cash App’ Cash Card?

This depends on wether you have the QR code or not. 

To activate your Cash Card using the QR code:

1. Tap the Cash Card tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Tap the image of your Cash Card
3. Tap Activate Cash Card
4. Tap OK when your Cash App asks for permission to use your camera
5. Scan the QR code

To activate your card without the QR Code:

1. Tap the Cash Card tab on your Cash App home screen
2. Tap the image of your Cash Card
3. Tap Activate Cash Card
4. Tap Use CVV Instead
5. Enter the CVV code and expiration date of your new Cash Card

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About the Author:

Adrian Volenik( Chief Editor )

Adrian Volenik is a fintech enthusiast who loves testing and reviewing digital banking apps and financial products in general.

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