This kind of problem or error is not strange and is quite easy to handle. Cash App Can’t Link Card to your account for a variety of reasons. If you’ve received this message, continue reading to learn why it happened and how to resolve the problem.

If you have been receiving error codes on your Cash App and being unable to link your card to your account, the following points below could be the reason why;

Inaccurate credentials/informationOutdated app versionBad network connection The type of bank or credit card used is invalid. Bank or credit card accounts and Cash App accounts with different namesA bank card that has reached the end of its validity period. Application Server

Inaccurate credentials/information

If your Cash App has failed to link your card to your account, it could be due to the presence of incorrect information or credentials. If the information inputted and the information on your card are not the same, Cash App would not link your card to your account.

Outdated app version

Your card would not be linked if you were using an old or outdated version of the Cash App. Making tweaks and updates to your account would be impossible with an old or outdated version of your Cash App.

Bad network connection

Cash App may not be able to link your card to your account if your internet server or connection is down at the moment. The connection between the app and your server may be unreliable, preventing the app from sending the essential data.

The type of bank or credit card used is invalid.

Only a few types of cards are allowed to be used with Cash App. Cash App will not let you attach a corporate debit card or a PayPal card to your account if you use or try to link one.

Different Names on Bank or Credit Card and Cash App Account

If the names used in registering your Cash App account and card are completely different, your Cash App account would not be linked to your bank or credit card.

A bank card that has reached the end of its validity period.

If your card is expired, it would prevent your Cash App from linking your account to it as the card is no longer in service.

Application servers

If Cash App has refused to link your card to your account, it is possible that the Cash App servers could be down. This is only a temporary problem and you would have to wait a while for the app to get back in service.

If your Cash App won’t link your card to your account, here are a few solutions to solve the problem;

Update your appCheck your internet connectionCheck for correct inputted credentials/ information. Check card validityTry the websiteLogout and loginClear app cacheContact Cash App customer services

Update your App

If your Cash App won’t link your card due to an outdated app version, update your app in your google play store or the app store.

Check Your Internet Connection

Check your internet connection for stability if your Cash App won’t link your card. If your internet is unstable, you can switch to a different network or switch to a strong Wi-Fi connection.

Check for Correct Inputted Credentials/ Information

Check that your credentials or information inputted match the ones used in opening your Cash App account.

Check Card Validity

Check that the card you are trying to link is still valid for use. Check that your card isn’t expired yet. You can check for your card’s expiry date on the back of your card. If your card is expired, visit your bank to have a new one issued to you and try linking your card again.

Try the Website

If your Cash App won’t link your card, try linking your card again using the website, as the problem may be an app issue. You can access the website here https://cash.app/.

Logout and Re-login

If your Cash App won’t link your card to your account, restarting your app can help in solving the issue quickly. Just log out from the Cash app on your device, and try logging in again.

Clear App Cache

Clearing your app cache can also help in resetting and restarting your Cash App. You can clear your app cache by going to Settings on your device, clicking on app management, selecting Cash App, and clicking clear cache.

Contact Cash App Customer Service

You can try contacting Cash App customer care to help in solving the issue. You can reach out using any of these links https://cash.app/help or https://cash.app/support, or by phone using this number 1-800-969-1940.

Conclusion

It is common for online or mobile banking apps to have minor glitches like these. Simply follow the guides above to help rectify your Cash App not linking your card to your account.

How to link a card to Cash App?

Open Cash App on your device> Tap the home icon> Click on “My Cash”> Click on “Add Credit Card”. Promptly follow the step-by-step instructions given.  

How to Send Money into my Cash App Account?

Open Cash App or the website> Click the banking icon> Click “Add Cash”> Enter the amount you wish to add> Tap add> Enter your secret pin to confirm payment.