FAQs

How do I setup a Percentage-based Transfer

Use percentage-based transfers to automatically move variable amounts of money from one account to another triggered by income events

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Can my partner and I both connect our financial accounts to one Astra account?

Astra is designed for an individual's finances

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How does the 52 Week Challenge routine work?

Small transfers, growing at a consistent rate for a year yield big savings

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Authorized vs. Connected Accounts

Different levels of functionality for different account statuses

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Can I send money to other people?

Currently Astra is restricted to sending money between accounts owned by the same user

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Fast vs. Standard Processing for Transfers

Settlement times and the Fast Transfers feature

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Reconnecting an Account

How to reconnect a bank account to Astra

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Which countries does Astra cover?

Functionality is currently limited outside the US

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How much money can I move in one transfer?

Transfers are limited to $1000 but you can request an increase

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Can I connect my PayPal or Square Cash accounts to Astra?

We are continuing to build out our network but don't yet support Paypal or Square Cash

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Is my money with Astra insured?

Astra facilitates the movement of money into existing accounts, but as a non-bank does not have its own FDIC insurance.

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Can I connect my investment account to Astra?

You should be able to connect your investment accounts but the movement of funds to those accounts may be limited

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How do Round Ups work?

"Round Ups" round up to the nearest dollar and process weekly.

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Where is the money in my Astra wallet?

Transferring funds to your wallet or a goal moves that money into your "FBO" account via Dwolla.

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How do Sweep Transfers work?

"Sweeps" transfer funds over a given amount from one account to another on a recurring basis.

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How long does it take for my transfer to process?

After a transfer is initiated, it can take 2+ business days for your money to become available in the destination account.

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Is Astra a bank?

Not a bank, but an automation platform for your finances.

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What is your Privacy Policy and Terms of Service?

Privacy Policy, Terms of Service documentation

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How does Astra keep my data safe?

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Why can't I connect my bank account?

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