Money moves on the fastest rail

Plaid automatically routes payouts over the fastest eligible rail—ACH, RTP, or FedNow—so money lands quickly and reliably.

Payouts succeed the first time

Instant account verification reduces errors and drop-offs so payouts run smoothly from day one.

Issues get caught early

Mistakes in account info are caught early during account verification, before they turn into failed payouts or manual reviews.

"Plaid’s API gave us what we needed: speed, compliance, and a seamless user experience.”

89% fewer failures

compared to debit cards
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Keep payouts moving

Plaid helps your team send money quickly and keep people informed without adding extra work.

• Get customers payout-ready in seconds. A familiar, streamlined flow verifies bank details instantly so payouts can start right away.
• Automatically move payouts on the fastest rail. Plaid picks the fastest eligible rail automatically so payouts move fast even on weekends and holidays.
• See payout status in real time. Live updates show the moment money moves, reducing uncertainty and “where’s my payout?” questions.

Fewer steps mean faster, more predictable payouts

Plaid removes unnecessary friction by autofilling bank details, reducing manual entry errors, and streamlining verification so instant payouts actually feel instant.

Pay out with confidence

Plaid uses real-time data to deliver fraud risk signals that help you spot suspicious activity and reduce losses.

• See fraud risk indicators earlier. Use device, network, and behavior-based risk indicators to make more informed payout decisions.
• Verify account ownership with bank details. Check name, address, phone, and email directly from the bank to verify ownership before money is sent.
• Automate KYC and risk checks. Put KYC and AML checks on autopilot so your team spends less time reviewing accounts by hand.

customer stories

How teams deliver better payouts with Plaid

• Carvana sped up payouts for high-risk customers
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• How Wave made ACH feel more predictable
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• The shift that made Robinhood’s funding feel instant
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• How Homebase gave workers faster access to earned wages
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Layer

Let return users share their identity info to connect saved accounts faster.
Onboard users faster

Auth

Instantly confirm a user’s bank account details so they can get paid right away.
Verify bank account details

Identity

Use bank-verified personal info to confirm the right person owns the account.
Verify account ownership

Identity Verification

Verify identities with documents and liveness checks for added assurance.
Verify user identities

Transfer

Send money over the fastest eligible rail with real-time checks built in.
Send payouts over the fastest rail

Your questions, answered

What are outbound payments and how do they work?

Outbound payments are payments a business sends out to customers, partners, or vendors. Outbound payments move over rails like ACH, RTP, FedNow, or wires.

What’s the difference between inbound and outbound payments?

Inbound and outbound payments differ in direction: inbound payments come into your business, while outbound payments go out to customers or partners.

What is RTP and how does it support instant payouts?

RTP supports instant payouts by clearing and settling money in seconds when both banks support the Real-Time Payments rail.

What’s the difference between wires, RTP, and FedNow for payouts?

The difference between wires, RTP, and FedNow is mainly speed and cost: wires are broad but costly, while RTP and FedNow settle instantly when available.

How can businesses reduce payout processing fees?

Businesses can reduce payout processing fees by shifting payouts from cards to lower-cost bank rails like ACH, RTP, or FedNow.

How does identity verification prevent payout fraud?

Identity verification prevents payout fraud by confirming the recipient and ensuring the payout goes to the correct bank account.

What risk checks are required before sending a payout?

Risk checks before sending a payout often include confirming account ownership, checking balances, reviewing device signals, and screening for sanctions.

Why do businesses choose Plaid for bank payouts?

Businesses choose Plaid for bank payouts because Plaid offers fast bank linking, built-in identity and fraud checks, and multi-rail payout support.

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