Card Lock is a feature of cash.app that allow users to lock the card to prevent any financial losses. It also prevents the unauthorized use of the card.
Here how you can lock any card simply, tap on the cash card tab > Toggle On Card Lock. Doing this will the lock the card.
What happens when I lock my Cash App card?
When you lock the card, these are the transactions that you won't be able to do. Online purchase, withdraw money from ATM, Receiving Instant Transfer.
However, these are the transaction that won't be affected by locking card. Direct deposits, ACH transfers, and bill payments.
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Can I still transfer money if you lock your card?
Although some transactions are affected by the card lock, but you will be to transfer money through ACH Transfers.
Does locking your card stop pending transactions?
Locking card option allows stopping any future transaction, but it is limited to stop any transaction done before the card is locked. You contact the cash app customer care to know more about it. Call on this, 1-800-969-1940, for more information.
Will I get my refund if I lock my Cash App card?
Locking card will not prevent you to receive funds from the merchant. Whenever the cash app receives the funds, it will automatically appear in your cash app.
Can I unlock my Cash App card after I lock it?
Yes, typically, you can unlock your Cash App card after you've previously locked it. Cash App allows users to lock and unlock their Cash App cards as needed for security or other reasons. To unlock your Cash App card
Remember, unlocking your Cash App card allows you to use it for transactions again. If you had locked it for security reasons, ensure that the issue prompting the lock has been resolved before unlocking the card.
Will Cash App refund money if scammed?
If you are scammed by anyone, Cash App verifies every transaction and prevents transactions that are proven to be fraudulent. In such cases, Cash App will refund the money to your linked bank account or Cash App balance within 1-3 business days.
Conclusion
Locking your card is an excellent option to avoid any financial losses. Although it comes with various limitations, overall, it is a good thing to do if you can't find your card, if it is stolen, or if you notice any unauthorized transactions.
