Beware of Scams Using Money Transfer Apps

We are proud to offer the usage of Zelle in our Rally mobile app! Zelle is a safe and free way to send and receive money with friends, family and people who you trust.

Zelle has become one of the most popular ways to send and receive money quickly. With just a few taps, users can transfer funds directly from their bank account to someone else within minutes. While this convenience is a huge advantage, it also makes Zelle a target for scammers.

Common Zelle Scams

Scammers use a variety of tactics to trick users into sending money:

• Impersonation Scams: Fraudsters may pretend to be bank representatives, companies, or even friends or family members, asking you to send money quickly.
• Online Marketplace Scams: Sellers may request payment via Zelle for items that never get delivered.
• Overpayment Scams: Someone sends more money than expected and asks you to refund the difference—only for the original payment to be fraudulent.

Simple Ways to Protect Yourself

Staying aware can help you avoid becoming a victim:

• Only send money to people you trust.
• Verify requests. If someone asks for urgent payment, confirm their identity through another metho (phone/email).
• Be wary of pressure tactics. Scammers often create a sense of urgency.

Zelle is a convenient tool to utilize for your convenience, but it requires you to be cautious and to be aware of scams.

Learn more about Zelle here.