Wealthfront
Wealthfront Cash Account
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Cash management with spending features and eligible instant withdrawals
Insurance: Eligible deposits up to $8 million individually or $16 million jointly through program banks, subject to placement, program conditions and other deposits at the same banks
Account Terms History
A dated record of APY, fees and opening requirements. New changes append to this table; prior terms remain visible.
| Observed | APY / yield | Monthly fee | Minimum | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-02 | 3.55% variable base APY as of October 1, 2026; eligible new-client offer adds 0.65 percentage point for three months on up to $150,000; separate 0.25-point recurring-deposit plus investing incentive has ongoing requirements | $0 | $1 | Wealthfront Cash Account page, checked November 2, 2026 →Freshness-rotation reconfirmation: Wealthfront's cash page and support article still show the 3.55% base APY effective October 1, 2026. No change. |
| 2026-10-23 | 3.55% variable base APY as of October 1, 2026; eligible new-client offer adds 0.65 percentage point for three months on up to $150,000; separate 0.25-point recurring-deposit plus investing incentive has ongoing requirements | $0 | $1 | Wealthfront cash disclosures and linked primary help →Scoped review corrected new-client versus recurring-deposit incentive mechanics, removed the permanent-boost claim, qualified transfer holds and insurance, and distinguished Individual/Joint checking features from Trust accounts. October 5 full-record date preserved. |
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Scoped review corrected new-client versus recurring-deposit incentive mechanics, removed the permanent-boost claim, qualified transfer holds and insurance, and distinguished Individual/Joint checking features from Trust accounts. October 5 full-record date preserved.
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Wealthfront cash disclosures and linked primary help →
Features
- ▸Instant withdrawals to eligible RTP/FedNow accounts, subject to available funds, transfer limits and receiving-bank processing
- ▸Eligible new clients receive a 0.65-point APY increase for three months on up to $150,000 in aggregate Cash Account balances
- ▸Additional 0.25-point incentive requires qualifying monthly deposits and a funded eligible investing account; the program can change or end
- ▸Individual and Joint accounts support checking features; Trust Cash Accounts currently do not
- ▸Cash Categories and automated transfers help organize savings goals
- ▸Direct-deposit timing depends on the partner bank and payroll processing; early arrival is not guaranteed
Pros
- +No monthly cash-account fee and a $1 opening minimum
- +Eligible instant withdrawals are available on weekends and holidays
- +Individual and Joint accounts combine interest with spending features
- +Cash Categories support separate savings goals
Cons
- −New-deposit holds and receiving-bank limits can prevent immediate withdrawals
- −Promotional rate increases have caps, eligibility rules or ongoing requirements
- −FDIC eligibility depends on program-bank placement and aggregate deposits
- −No branch cash-deposit service
Our Take
Wealthfront combines cash interest, spending tools and eligible instant withdrawals, which can suit money you save and use regularly. Compare the base APY with the rate you can sustain after promotions. Its additional recurring-deposit incentive requires a funded investing account as well as qualifying deposits; account costs and investment risk should be evaluated separately. Check available funds and the receiving bank before relying on an instant withdrawal.
Best for: Savers who want integrated spending and eligible instant withdrawals
Open at Wealthfront →Last verified 2026-11-02
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