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Cash App

55
User verdict / 100 High confidence Divided

Cash App is praised for its ease of use and convenience for sending and receiving money, but recent updates and customer service issues have led to widespread frustration, particularly regarding account deactivations and difficulty accessing funds.

4.8★ lifetime (8,514,636) Free to download since 2013 by Block, Inc. updated 0.1 mo ago recent negative 38% 120 reviews across 1 regions
Account Issues Customer Service App Updates & Glitches Fund Access & Security Ease of Use Verification Issues
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recent reviews across 1 regions, vs the 4.8★ lifetime average

Cash App generally receives positive feedback for its user-friendly interface and utility in managing finances, with many users appreciating its speed and reliability. However, a significant number of recent reviews highlight severe problems with account deactivations, unresponsive customer support, and app glitches following updates, which contradict the developer's notes of "Bug Fixes and Improvements."

What users like

  • Easy to use and convenient for sending/receiving moneyR8R22R28R60
  • Helps with financial management and tracking moneyR27R43R90
  • Card features like locking and blocking are appreciatedR35R1
  • Reliable for protecting fundsR5R27R56

What users complain about

  • Accounts are frequently deactivated without clear reasons or recourseR2R4R7R15
  • Poor or non-existent customer service, often unhelpful with issuesR23R39R61R63
  • Recent app updates cause glitches, crashes, and accessibility issuesR1R65R119R146
  • Difficulty with account verification, especially for younger users or specific IDsR50R58R73R113
  • Funds are sometimes stolen, withheld, or inaccessibleR2R40R55R105
  • Issues with card delivery or unexpected card cancellationsR85R144
  • Problems with the loan feature, including incorrect interest chargesR39
  • High system requirements for recent updates, making the app unusable on older devicesR65R125

Latest update · v5.59.0

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

Bug Fixes and Improvements

Recurring themes

Account Issues negative
Many users report their accounts being deactivated or closed without clear explanations, often for 'violating terms of service' despite using the app for simple transactions. Appeals are frequently denied, and users feel left in the dark about what went wrong.R2R4R7R15
Customer Service negative
Reviewers consistently describe customer service as unhelpful, rude, or non-existent. Users struggle to get assistance with stolen money, account problems, or loan issues, often encountering bots or being transferred multiple times without resolution.R23R39R61R63
App Updates & Glitches negative
Recent updates are a major source of frustration, leading to app crashes, inability to update the app, and changes to the interface that make it less convenient. Some updates also introduce high system requirements, making the app inaccessible on older devices. These issues contradict the developer's notes of "Bug Fixes and Improvements."R1R65R119R146
Fund Access & Security negative
Users report money being stolen, withheld, or becoming inaccessible due to various issues, including suspicious activity, holds at gas stations, or problems with Bitcoin transfers. There are also concerns about card security.R2R38R40R55
Ease of Use positive
Many users find Cash App very easy to use for sending and receiving money, appreciating its convenience and straightforward interface.R8R22R28R60
Verification Issues negative
A recurring problem is difficulty with account verification, often involving SSN or ID requirements. Some users are locked out of their accounts or unable to verify due to specific ID types (e.g., Ecuadorian passport) or age restrictions for sponsorship.R50R58R73R113

Who it's for

Cash App is for individuals seeking a simple and convenient way to send and receive money, manage a debit card, and track basic finances R8R28R27. It may be suitable for those who prioritize ease of use for everyday transactions and have not experienced account issues R22R60. Skip if you rely on robust customer support, have an older device, or frequently encounter issues with account verification, as recent reviews indicate significant problems in these areas R129R65.

Evidence note: The recent sample of 150 reviews skews significantly negative (38% negative), which contrasts sharply with the lifetime rating of 4.79. This suggests a recent decline in user satisfaction, likely due to the issues highlighted in the cons, particularly account deactivations and app updates. While there are still positive reviews, the volume and severity of recent negative feedback indicate a downward trajectory in user experience. The developer's notes of "Bug Fixes and Improvements" are directly contradicted by numerous reports of new bugs and worsened user experience.

Frequently asked

Why are Cash App accounts being deactivated?
Many Cash App accounts are being deactivated for 'violating terms of service' without users receiving specific explanations for what they violated, making it difficult to appeal or understand the reason R4R19R25R142.
Does Cash App have good customer service?
Based on recent reviews, Cash App's customer service is widely criticized as poor, unhelpful, and often non-responsive, with users struggling to speak to human representatives or resolve issues like stolen money or account problems R23R61R116R129.
Are there issues with Cash App's recent updates?
Yes, recent Cash App updates have caused various issues, including app crashes, difficulty updating the app, changes to the interface that users dislike, and increased system requirements that make the app inaccessible on older devices R1R65R119R125.
Can I use Cash App if I'm under 18?
Recent reviews indicate that Cash App has made it more difficult for users under 18 to create accounts or be sponsored, with some reporting issues even when parents try to sponsor them R122R149.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R8] 5/5 · US Very useful and easy to use!: Very simple but helped me a lot!
  2. [R22] 5/5 · US Way better then bank phuckIRS: Easy to use
  3. [R28] 5/5 · US EasyDoesIt: Very easy to use, convenient cash deposit options and very transparent as far as where money is being spent.
  4. [R60] 5/5 · US Love it: Convenient
  5. [R27] 5/5 · US Cash App: It’s great cus I trust it with my money in it also helps me keep track with my money in helps me Check the balance
  6. [R43] 5/5 · US Starting: Stocking savings account leaning
  7. [R90] 5/5 · US Cash App: Thank you Cash App for helping me save money with my savings account
  8. [R35] 5/5 · US Good Banking: I have really enjoyed this app it has made my life so much easier and I highly recommend you try it out for yourself. You can lock the card or block people and customer support is amazing.
  9. [R1] 4/5 · US Unlock button: I hate how the lock/unlock button is at the top right corner now and I have to now hit 2 buttons instead of 1 like before
  10. [R5] 5/5 · US Dependable: what little money I have here seems to always be protected
  11. [R56] 5/5 · US Envío exclusiva: La mejor y más segura opción para enviar dinero
  12. [R2] 1/5 · US i dont like cash app: 0/10 bc they didn't let me back in my account two they put a different pin in my account and they didnt let me get my money back
  13. [R4] 1/5 · US Deactivated: My account was deactivated for “violating terms of service” no one is telling me what I violated and I only used it for small transfers and small purchases. My appeal was denied and still I have no clue what went wrong.
  14. [R7] 1/5 · US Bad app: I tryed many times to make account but it was closed for no reason . I proved my identity and did everything I had to do, but they still close my account.
  15. [R15] 1/5 · US Get out with your money while you still can unfair: They get rid of you for no reason all I did was buy bitcoin and send it to my external Wallet Never did anything to these guys. They’ll take your account for no reason. Get out while you still can.
  16. [R23] 1/5 · US Customer service: Rudest customer service I’ve genuinely ever had to deal with in my life bro
  17. [R39] 1/5 · US Do NOT use the Loan feature!: If they screw up your loan and you try to get help the customer service chat or phone number will not help you. They site state regulations as the reason, and will not even discuss Cash App policy regarding loans siting state regulations. I borrowed $500 for 12 hours and the interest was not refunded as policy states. No one will help me! If you have any plans to pay
  18. [R61] 1/5 · US Why I hate it: they litterly don’t help with nothing like I got my card stolen and someone bought something and I can’t report or nothing to get the money back and recover my stuff
  19. [R63] 1/5 · US All My Transactions going to Afterpay: A nightmare after adding Afterpay!!!!! All my transactions are going to Afterpay even though I have it turned off and actually have positive funds available. I contacted support and they said there was nothing they could do to help me. Cash App could not even turn Afterpay off on their end. I talked to and was transferred to 6 different people. My Cash
  20. [R65] 3/5 · US Bug Issues & Improvised: Latest version compromised. Current version is a total disaster. Cannot access my account at all due to recent updates & this sucks upon request only to be able to do so on desktop computer in which I don’t have or Required the latest version of an IOS 17. I can not purchase another device just to proceed the necessary preferred payment money option. Can someone Please hel
  21. [R119] 1/5 · US Hate the update: Now it crashes
  22. [R146] 3/5 · US CashApp app update: I hate the new cashApp app update. Can’t even update my cashApp. So I can’t use cashApp. So frustrating.
  23. [R50] 1/5 · US Horrid.: I downloaded Cash App and everything was going well, till I had a dept for Apple Pay and couldn’t update or download apps. A couple weeks go by and I didn’t realize I couldn’t download or update any apps, until I clicked cashapp. I thought the app was glitching because it wouldn’t let me use the app. So I unstall it. After I realize and pay Apple its money, I go to redownload the Cash Ap
  24. [R58] 1/5 · US Can’t even get in: I’m trying to put in my date of birth but it won’t let me. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  25. [R73] 3/5 · US my number doesnt work?: my number doesn’t work for this but it works for everything else
  26. [R113] 1/5 · US 1 star: This stupid app is making me put a social security and my friend doesn’t have to put the social security and i have to put it in 😡 ..?!
  27. [R40] 1/5 · US Monies: Cash App took my $$$
  28. [R55] 1/5 · US cash app: this company really runs well ill tell you, when you cant get money onto your card that was sent to you and it wont tell you why thats how you know😎
  29. [R105] 1/5 · US Disappointed: My money was stolen, with all the proof in the world and was still denied. They’re not a banking system that goes to bat for long standing customers. I will never use this third party banking system EVER again. Do not attach your real bank, “add paper money” which appears to be your safest bet.
  30. [R85] 1/5 · US I would have said the best like everyone else: However they cancelled my Cash App card and ordered a new one all on their own. So I was put in a situation where my card would not even work - cashapp did not care, did not help, worst experience ever
  31. [R144] 2/5 · US It says my card arrived like 8 months ago but I haven’t gotten it: I never go my card but it said it arrived
  32. [R125] 1/5 · US Won’t let me access: Got a iPhone 7 Plus and can’t access bc I’m not on iOS 18
  33. [R38] 3/5 · US Assumption: For my particular situation they didn’t even look into it or just simply even acknowledge that their system shut me down due to suspicious activity that wasn’t even my activity to begin with which in whole I thought was a bit sus on their end due to the fact a “person” who I did not know randomly sent me money at 1AM and then realized they made a mistake and started requesting the mone
  34. [R19] 1/5 · US Over-analyzing situations: My account was deactivated and I have sent an appeal plenty of times only for them to tell me about three times that “it would take 3-10 business days”, then they would only send an email about it that tells me absolutely nothing significant, and then it goes in the dust again. The last time I did it they told me that it was final and irreversible, so I basically had hop
  35. [R25] 1/5 · US They Are Not a place to do business with: They deactivated my account that I had for many years without fully giving me an explanation for why. Just saying I violated their terms of agreement is sufficient in telling your customer of many years that and when appealed given only that same answer and told not only deactivated but closed. Total BS and in my opinion not handled appropriately. I deserv
  36. [R142] 1/5 · US Bad: They closed my account with one word on why it should be against the law to do that leave a person with no reason to what crime did I commit
  37. [R116] 1/5 · US Zero customer service: The app glitched and withdrew the same amount twice, and the “customer service” bot just kept sending the same useless responses over and over again. Trash
  38. [R129] 1/5 · US Worst Customer Service: This company has by far the WORST customer service I’ve ever dealt with in a company of any kind!!! They will not let you speak to any kind of human representative to help resolve any issues in regards to your account, ABSOLUTELY NO HELP AT ALL!!!
  39. [R122] 2/5 · US Sponsor: Yall need to change ur rules because LOTS of people have young parents that are 20+ years older than them im 16 nd my dad is 22 and ur app won’t let him sponsor me because hes not 40+ years old CHANGE IT ASAPPP
  40. [R149] 1/5 · US This app is horrible now: Why in the world can’t I make an account at 16 years old?? You guys used to do that back then but now you don’t and I’m pretty mad about it since I want to transfer my $100 to my parents so they can give me $100 on cash app but your app won’t let me do that and it’s makes me frustrated!! And for the sponsor my mom tried to put me on there as family but it said she wasn’t

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store