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Earn interest over 5x the National Savings AverageThe APY for the Online Savings Account as of XX/XX/XXXX is more than five times the national average APY for interest bearing savings accounts with a balance of $500 as reported by Informa Research Services, Inc. as of XX/XX/XXXX. National average is based on information regarding the top 50 banks (by deposit size) and may not include information from variations in regional pricing at such banks or information from products that may not be widely available to their customers. Rates were obtained from Informa Research Services, who relies on the data from the banks it tracks and such information cannot be guaranteed. APYs are subject to change at any time.

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X.XX% APY

Advertised Online Savings Account APY is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX. Applies to personal accounts only. APY may change before or after the account is opened. No minimum deposit to open.
Grow your money with a savings account interest rate over 5x the National Savings Average.

The APY for the Online Savings Account as of XX/XX/XXXX is more than five times the national average APY for interest bearing savings accounts with a balance of $500 as reported by Informa Research Services Inc. as of XX/XX/XXXX. National average is based on information regarding the top 50 banks (by deposit size) and may not include information from variations in regional pricing at such banks or information from products that may not be widely available to their customers. Rates were obtained from Informa Research Services, who relies on the data from the banks it tracks and such information cannot be guaranteed. APYs are subject to change at any time.

We’re different where it counts.

Non-APY comparison conducted by an independent research firm and based on data compiled in May 2021 from company websites, customer service agents, and consumer savings account offers. In some cases, competitors assess and/or waive fees if certain criteria are met.

Maximum savings with minimum hassle. That’s what our Online Savings Account is all about.

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Chase

Regular Savings

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Citibank

Citi Savings - Access Account

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Bank of America

Advantage Savings

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Wells Fargo

Way2Save Savings

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PNC Bank

Standard Savings

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U.S. Bank

Standard Savings 

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Capital One

360 Performance Savings

Annual percentage yield
X.XX%

Annual Percentage Yield (APY). Advertised Online Savings Account APY is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX. Applies to personal accounts only. APY may change before or after the account is opened. No minimum deposit to open.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.
X.XX%

Competitor APY comparison information obtained from Informa Research Services, Inc., as of XX/XX/XXXX, using savings account APYs. Competitor APYs are subject to change at any time.

Interest compounded/paid

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Monthly fee

In some cases, competitors assess or waive fees if certain conditions are met.

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Insufficient funds fee

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Minimum opening deposit

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Your interest earnings

Assumes principal and interest remain on deposit and interest rate and APY do not change for one year. The values shown are for illustrative and informational purposes only and may not apply to your individual circumstances.

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Assumes principal and interest remain on deposit and interest rate and APY do not change for one year. The values shown are for illustrative and informational purposes only and may not apply to your individual circumstances.

Please enter an amount between $1 and $5,000,000.

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Save yourself the hassle of fees.

No. Fees. Period. That means you won't be charged an account fee on our Online Savings Account.

Outgoing wire transfers are subject to a service charge.

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  • Monthly maintenance
  • Official bank check
  • Expedited delivery for official bank checks
  • Deposited item returned
  • Excessive withdrawal fee
    • The number of certain types of withdrawals and transfers from savings and money market accounts is limited to a combined total of 6 per calendar month per account.
    • There are no limits on the number of ATM withdrawals you can make (for money market accounts) or official checks mailed to you. 
    • If you exceed these transaction limitations during any calendar month, we may refuse to pay each transaction in excess of the limitations. If you exceed these limits on more than an occasional basis, we reserve the right to close your Account. Note: We are currently not enforcing the monthly transaction limit on savings and money market accounts. Therefore, exceeding these limitations on more than an occasional basis will not result in the closure of your account.
  • Stop payment order
  • Insufficient funds
  • Account closure
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Annual Percentage Yield (APY). Advertised Online Savings Account APY is accurate as of XX/XX/XXXX. Applies to personal accounts only. APY may change before or after the account is opened. No minimum deposit to open.

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Assumes principal and interest remain on deposit and interest rate and APY do not change for one year. The values shown are for illustrative and informational purposes only and may not apply to your individual circumstances. 

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You’re on the go. So are we.

Your Online Savings Account can be with you at all times.

MOBILE CHECK DEPOSIT EASY TRANSFERS SIMPLE TO USE QUICK VIEW
Easily deposit a check into your account by snapping a photo of it with your smartphone or tablet

For more information regarding the Discover Bank Mobile Check Deposit Service, click here.
It’s easy to transfer money from one account to another.

Transfers between Discover accounts are instant. To or from other banks and Discover, please allow up to 4-5 business days.
 

  • The number of certain types of withdrawals and transfers from savings and money market accounts is limited to a combined total of 6 per calendar month per account.
  • There are no limits on the number of ATM withdrawals you can make (for money market accounts) or official checks mailed to you. 
  • If you exceed these transaction limitations during any calendar month, we may refuse to pay each transaction in excess of the limitations. If you exceed these limits on more than an occasional basis, we reserve the right to close your Account. Note: We are currently not enforcing the monthly transaction limit on savings and money market accounts. Therefore, exceeding these limitations on more than an occasional basis will not result in the closure of your account.
Check on your savings account easily. Anytime. You can even skip the passcode and log in with touch or face ID.

Face ID is currently available to iOS users.
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    * This should not be considered tax or investment advice. Please consult a financial planner or tax advisor if you have questions.

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    Start saving with a convenient, high-yield account that has no fees.*


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    Whether you’re saving for a new set of wheels like Stous and his wife, a home down payment, an emergency fund or [enter your next big financial goal here], an online savings account could be your ticket to success.
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  • Should I Choose a Checking Account or Savings Account?

    Different? Yes. Complimentary? That too. Learn when to use a checking or savings account.

    “Using a savings account can increase your propensity to save. On the other hand, checking accounts help you keep better track of what you spend. Thus the two accounts can work hand in glove to help set you on a better path to financial knowledge and stability.”

    – Alexander Lowry, executive director of the Master of Science in Financial Analysis program at Gordon College

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    If your career is associated with a variable income, read on for budgeting tips.
    While you can’t always control when you get paid or the size of each paycheck if you’re a freelancer, contractor or work in the gig economy, you can take control of your money by creating a budget that will help you manage these financial extremes.
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