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Social security number

Why does Apple Pay need my social security number and what is green bank

iPhone 8, 14

Posted on Dec 24, 2020 8:28 AM

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Posted on Dec 24, 2020 8:33 AM

Green bank is a bank. Just like any other bank. They hold the funds and process transactions for Apple Pay Cash.

Your social security number is required because the government says it is. All bank transactions are subject to IRS reporting regulations.

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