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Step 1: Open the app you'd like to connect to your River account

In the app, choose the option to add or link a bank account. See common apps that use Plaid to connect to River.

Step 2: Navigate to linked accounts or external transfers

Within the app, locate the section for linked accounts, external transfers, or connected institutions. This is typically found in the settings or funding section of the app.

Step 3: Plaid will launch

If the app uses Plaid, you will see Plaid launch to link your account. You will need to enter a code sent to your phone. Then, tap "Continue."

Step 4: Search for River

When Plaid asks you to choose your financial institution, search for and select River. River will populate as "river.com."

Step 5: Continue to your River account

Tap "Continue to login." You will then be directed to your River app. If you notice that the connection is not working, please ensure that your River app is updated first. After updating River, try linking once more. 

Step 6: Authorize access to your River account

Review the details of the connection, including what account information will be shared, then authorize access to continue. Tap "Allow access" to continue. 

Step 7: Choose the accounts you want to share

Select the eligible River accounts you want to connect to the external app. You may see two items per account: one for the bitcoin holdings and one for the USD holdings. Tap "Continue" once you have selected the accounts.

Step 8: Review and confirm

Review and confirm the details of the connection. Once confirmed, the external app or service will be able to access the River account information you approved through Plaid.

Which apps can I connect River to?

You can use Plaid to connect River to many popular financial apps. This includes apps you use to track your finances, make payments, file taxes, and simplify reporting. This enables you to track your balances and transaction history in the financial tools you already use.

Below are some of the most commonly connected apps. This isn't a complete list. If you don't see your app, you can still try connecting it by searching for River in Plaid.

Common financial institutions:

• Cash App
• Venmo
• Robinhood
• SoFi
• Citibank
• Gemini
• Fold

Financial tracking & reporting:

• Rocket Money
• Monarch
• Copilot Money
• Empower
• Quicken
• Xero
• ChatGPT