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by Sheree-Anita Shearer | Associate Writer
As technology increases, so do the avenues through which we can send and receive money. While mobile wallet apps like Cash App, Venmo and the like are not currently in Jamaica. We have our own local digital app Lynk.
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Lynk is marketed as a service for the unbanked and the underbanked, meaning those persons who have not yet opened a bank account with any financial institution in Jamaica and those who have a bank account but do not utilise the full services of the banks. These people may find Lynk a more convenient alternative for everyday transactions.
Lynk is a mobile wallet platform for sending, receiving and requesting money in Jamaica. This app, allows persons to send and receive money without having to exchange banking information.
This is an even greater advantage for persons who would prefer not to share their personal banking information all the time.
All you need to do transactions is the person's username or QR code, and then you both will be able to do transactions with each other.
Many businesses are now on board with Lynk and you may not need to even transfer your money in all cases. But it is still relatively new and the need for cash is never-ending. There are two ways to withdraw from your Lynk wallet.
When signing up, you are asked to add a Jamaican bank account ( if you have one) to your Lynk account.
When making withdrawals, you can simply transfer the money from your Lynk account to your bank account. And then do your transactions normally.
The next step is to visit the NCB ABMs that offer cardless cash. This will give you access to your Lynk account and you can withdraw actual cash from that account.
This is a major plus for people who often forget their wallets or purses.
You can also make deposits to your Lynk account using the cashless feature.
The good thing about Lynk is that while adding a bank account to your Lynk account will increase the features of the app you have access to, it is not a requirement for you to have one. You will still be able to send, receive, request and deposit money to your Lynk account.
Lynk has taken great steps to ensure that your money and data are safe and that you can use the app confidently. The app has:
Yes. As part of ensuring you are the rightful owner of the card benign added, Lynk has a card registration charge. The figure must be used to link the card to your account. The full charge will be refunded to your account as soon as the card is added. It is usually less than JMD 100.
Yes. To get access to Lynk you must be at least 18 and have a valid Jamaican-issued ID (Passport, National ID or Driver’s Licence).
Although Lynk is a subsidiary of NCB Financial Group and NCB customers will have additional benefits when using the service, Lynk is its own entity. This means customers of other financial services can still use the service.
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