What is direct deposit?
Quick Answer
Direct deposit is the electronic transfer of paychecks or other recurring payments straight into your bank account via the ACH network. Faster, safer, and cheaper than paper checks; used by ~95% of US workers.

Warren Team
Updated January 16, 2026
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Warren Team
Updated January 16, 2026
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