Both the sender and recipient must have enrolled Zelle accounts for transactions to go through; payment requests can only be sent to enrolled Zelle users.
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If a recipient has not enrolled with Zelle, the transaction cannot be completed, which may cause delays or failed payments that consumers may not anticipate.
Zelle's website now operates under a binding privacy notice that requires you to expressly consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of your personal information as a condition of visiting the site. The policy states that by using the website, you consent to these practices, and you should not use the site if you disagree. This represents a shift from marketing content to enforceable legal terms that govern what data is collected from website visitors and how it may be used. You can review the full privacy notice in the footer of zelle.com pages or request a copy via email at zelleprivacy@earlywarning.com to understand what specific data practices apply to your visit.
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If a recipient has not enrolled with Zelle, the transaction cannot be completed, which may cause delays or failed payments that consumers may not anticipate.
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