What is Apple Pay asking for my child ss#?
Why do My child has to enter a social security # to receive cash? Not cool
please advise
Mary
iPhone 11, iOS 16
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It’s not Apple, but it is one of their corporate partners, Green Dot Bank, that is required to collect certain information as required by Federal Law.
>>Why you'll be asked for your personal data
Apple Cash services are provided by Green Dot Bank, Member FDIC, a regulated financial institution. Green Dot Bank is required by federal law to verify the identity of its customers. To verify your identity, Green Dot Bank will request Social Security numbers and other personal information to ensure that customers are eligible to use the service.<<
Identity verification for Apple Card or Apple Cash - Apple Support
>>The first time that you verify your identity, you might be asked for this information:
- Your full name
- Your Social Security number
- Your date of birth
- Your home address
- Answers to questions regarding your personal history
- An image of your valid driver license or state ID card<<