How to remove a family account on the Cash App

Cash App is a mobile payment service that allows users to send and receive money, pay bills, and invest in stocks. It’s a convenient way to manage financial transactions using your smartphone.

If you are a parent or trusted adult with a verified Cash App account, you can invite your family members aged 13-17 to use Cash App. You can also guide the way by setting controls monitoring activity and customizing safety settings to ensure responsible usage.

Family accounts are mainly useful for managing financial transactions among the members.

However, for various reasons, you might find yourself considering the removal of a family account from Cash App. Some users express concerns about the platform’s security. 

1. If there’s a perceived risk to their account or suspicions arise regarding unauthorized activities, the decision to close their Cash App account may seem like a prudent step.
2. If a user doesn’t use Cash App frequently and plans to switch to another peer-to-peer payment app like Venmo or Zelle, they might consider deleting the account.
3. Or perhaps a user has found a better app for money management or prefers a different platform for financial transactions. 

Regardless of the situation, uninstalling the app from your device doesn’t automatically lead to the closure of your Cash App account. 

To ensure you are removing a family member from your Cash App account, follow the steps below carefully. Remember that you need to be the primary account holder with full access to settings in order to remove a family member from your Cash App account.

1. Begin by opening the Cash App on your Android or iOS device. Make sure you have a stable internet connection to avoid interruptions during the process.
2. On the Cash App home screen, look for and tap the Profile icon. You can usually find this icon at the top left corner of the main menu. This action will take you to your account settings.
3. Once in your account settings, navigate to the “Family and Friends” section. Here, you will find all the members linked to your Cash App account, including family members you may want to remove.
4. Now, carefully select the family member that you wish to remove from the list. You can do this by tapping on their name or profile within this section.
5. After selecting the family member you want to remove, look for the “Remove” option. This option is typically located at the top right corner of your screen. Tap on it.
6. Cash App will prompt you to confirm the removal of the family member. To confirm, you’ll need to enter your personal PIN, which serves as a security measure.

Once you’ve completed these steps, the selected family member will be removed from your Cash App account. They will no longer have access to your account details or shared transactions.

Can you reinvite a family member to a Family Cash App Account?

Yes, to reinvite a family member to your Cash App Family Account, follow these steps: You will need to communicate with your family member to complete this setup.

1. Send Sponsor Request:
   • Open the Cash App.
   • Tap the Profile Icon on the home screen.
   • Select “Family”.
   • Tap “I’m a teen”.
   • Follow the prompts to enter your name and birthday.
   • Tap “Select sponsor” and look up a parent or trusted adult.
   • Tap “Send” in the top right corner1.
2. Invite Someone 13-17:
   • If you want to invite someone aged 13-17, follow these steps:
     • Tap the Profile Icon on your Cash App home screen.
     • Select “Family”.
     • Tap “Invite a teen”.
     • Follow the prompts to share the link using text or email.
   • Once the sponsor (parent or trusted adult) sends the invite, they need to finish setting up the sponsored account from their own Cash App account.

The Cash App serves as a user-friendly platform for managing financial transactions and promoting responsible spending within families.

However, it’s essential to be aware of potential concerns, such as those related to security, leading users to consider the removal of family accounts. The process mentioned above should guide you to ensure the proper closure of your family account.