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Your bank accounts, protected for free

Fraud moves fast. We spot it faster. Plaid keeps an eye on your connected bank accounts and alerts you right away if something looks suspicious—so you can step in early.

Why millions trust Plaid

  • 3M fraud attempts

    blocked last year

  • 1 in 2
    U.S. adults

    with bank accounts use Plaid

  • 1M daily
connections

    to thousands of apps

Every account in one place.
Nothing extra to manage.

Turn on free monitoring across your financial accounts, and Plaid takes it from there.

  • Works with the banks and apps you already useConnect once and see them all in one place.

  • Set it and forget itPlaid runs in the background, so you don’t have to.

  • Know about issues soonerWe flag unusual changes early—before they turn into bigger problems.

Every account in one place.
Nothing extra to manage.

Turn on free monitoring across your financial accounts, and Plaid takes it from there.

  • Works with the banks and apps you already useConnect once and see them all in one place.

  • Set it and forget itPlaid runs in the background, so you don’t have to.

  • Know about issues soonerWe flag unusual changes early—before they turn into bigger problems.

Early signs others miss,

powered by over a billion linked devices

  • Unexpected changes to details

    We’ll flag changes to any contact details across your connected accounts.

  • Unfamiliar access attempts

    Sign-ins from new devices or suspicious locations are flagged immediately.

  • Unusual account activity

    Large or unexpected transactions that don’t match your typical activity trigger an alert.

Your questions, answered

Reach out if we didn't answer yours.

What is bank account monitoring?

Bank account monitoring is keeping an eye on your account activity. It helps you spot unusual transactions, balance changes, or anything that doesn’t look right.

How does bank account monitoring help prevent fraud?

Bank account monitoring helps prevent fraud by catching suspicious activity early. The sooner you notice something off, the faster you can take action.

What are real-time fraud alerts?

Real-time fraud alerts are notifications you get when something unusual happens in your account. They help you act quickly if there’s a potential issue.

How does Plaid detect bank account fraud?

Plaid helps identify potential fraud by analyzing account activity patterns—with your permission. This helps companies spot risk signals and take appropriate action.

What kind of suspicious activity should you watch for in your accounts?

Suspicious activity includes transactions you don’t recognize, sudden balance changes, or login attempts you didn’t make. These can be early signs of fraud.

How is bank account monitoring different from a bank’s fraud protection?

Bank account monitoring helps you stay aware of your activity, while your bank’s fraud protection may step in after an issue is detected. Both play a role in protecting your money.

Is Plaid safe to use for fraud protection?

Plaid uses consumer-permissioned data to help companies assess fraud risk. You stay in control of what you share, and businesses use that information to support their decisions.

Does Plaid work with multiple bank accounts?

Plaid works with multiple bank accounts by connecting to thousands of financial institutions. This makes it easier to view and manage your accounts in one place.