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Securely Connecting Bank Accounts Using Plaid
Securely Connecting Bank Accounts Using Plaid

Securely connect your bank account to Truss using Plaid and learn about the security measures taken to keep your information protected.

Updated over 3 months ago

What does Plaid do?

We partner with Plaid, a secure third-party service, to connect your bank account and transfer funds into Truss. Plaid encrypts your account information during transfers and is compatible with over 12,000 financial institutions, ensuring you can move funds regardless of your banking provider. Plaid simplifies the process of linking financial accounts to various apps and services, maintaining both security and user control over data sharing.

You also have the option to disconnect your bank account at any time. Simply click into the add funds tab from your account dashboard and click the red plug as shown below.

Why we partner with Plaid

We understand that security is a top concern when it comes to financial data. That's why we partner with Plaid, a trusted and widely used financial technology platform.

Plaid follows the highest industry standards to keep your data secure:

  • Bank-Level Encryption: Plaid uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES 256) to ensure that your sensitive financial data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.

  • Secure API: Plaid's API is designed with multiple layers of authentication and security controls to ensure data is securely transmitted.

  • Trusted by Thousands: Plaid powers financial connections for over 12,000 financial institutions, fintech companies, and apps. Some of the most recognizable names rely on Plaid to securely connect bank accounts, including Venmo, Robinhood, Coinbase, SoFi, Betterment, Acorns, Chime, and many more. Major banks and institutions such as JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Citibank also integrate Plaid's services, making it a trusted name in the financial ecosystem. Millions of users every day trust Plaid to securely link their accounts with the apps they rely on for budgeting, investing, and saving.

  • Strict Privacy Controls: Plaid only shares your information with your explicit consent, ensuring you control what data is shared and with whom.

Plaid's dedication to security, combined with its widespread use across the financial industry, means you can rest assured that your data is being handled with the utmost care and protection.

You can learn more about Plaid's security here.

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