Branch x Ascen W2
Ascen x Branch
Ascen has partnered with Branch to provide a digital bank account and debit card that gives you faster access to your earnings.
Ascen has partnered with Branch to pay you faster.
A Better Way to Get Paid.
Ascen is excited to create a better payments experience with the help of Branch. We will now offer the Branch App, a digital bank account and Mastercard debit card* from Evolve Bank & Trust. With Branch, you will get automated access to your earnings at no cost as soon as Ascen receives approved payment information—and the digital wallet gives you easy ways to receive, spend, and save your money.
If you want to learn more about Branch, check out our FAQs below.
How to get started
Click HERE and select Branch as your payment method in the Ascen portal.
Initiate your Branch account setup and agree to the terms.
When prompted, download the Branch App and finish opening your account.
Order and activate your personalized Branch debit card.
While it may take 8-12 business days for your physical Branch debit card to arrive, you’ll have immediate access to a virtual card via Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Your money—fast.
With the Branch App, you’ll get automated access to your earnings as soon as Ascen receives approved payment information. After all, it’s your money—you’ve earned it.
Save, spend, or send money directly from your phone
Enable Apple Pay or Google Pay instantly
Order a free, personalized physical Mastercard debit card
Earn cashback rewards when spending at participating merchants
Pay bills with your Branch Card or with your routing and account number
Use free financial wellness tools, including personalized spending insights and a Savings Goal feature
Access 55,000+ Allpoint ATMs for up to 8 free transactions per month**
Send money for free to an external account using a standard ACH transfer or send instantly to another debit card for a small fee.
Questions? Check out the FAQs below
What is Branch?
The Branch App offers a digital bank account and debit Mastercard. Branch is backed by an FDIC-insured account from Evolve Bank & Trust and you can sign up for free. Ascen has partnered with Branch to give you automated access to your earnings as soon as Ascen receives approved payment information.
You can spend funds from Branch with your virtual card that can connect to Apple Pay / Google Pay or be used for online purchases; or through the free physical Mastercard debit card. You can also send funds using your account and routing number or transfer your Ascen payouts from your Branch account to another bank account for free via ACH or to a debit card for a small fee.
How do I sign up for Branch?
Click HERE and select Branch as your payment method in the Ascen portal.
Initiate your Branch account setup and agree to the terms.
When prompted, download the Branch App and finish opening your account.
Order and activate your personalized Branch debit card.
How do I order my Branch debit Mastercard?
You can order your personalized debit card by tapping Order Card once you completed your registration. The card should arrive at your home address within 8-12 business days. While you wait for the physical card to arrive you can use your card digitally with Apple Pay or Google Pay.
How do I add my debit card to Apple Pay or Google Pay?
Adding your Branch debit card to Apple or Google Pay will allow you to make contactless purchases using your phone. To enable this feature, tap the 3 dots on the top right corner of the card displayed to open the Card Controls menu, then tap Add to Apple Wallet or Add to Google Pay. Follow the instructions from there and verify using the phone number on your account.
Can I add other deposits to my Branch account?
Yes. Your Branch account is a bank account, so you can set up direct deposits from other companies using your account and routing number which are displayed in the app after signing up.
How do I pay a bill using my Branch account?
The best way to pay your bills using your Branch account online is to provide your debit card number to your biller. If your biller does not support getting paid via debit card, then you may provide your Branch account and routing number to them.
How do Rewards work?
Earn cashback rewards on everyday spending with your Branch debit card at participating merchants ranging from local restaurants to online retailers. You’ll automatically collect cashback rewards after every purchase—watch your savings pile up month-long and your rewards will be redeemed to your account at the end of each month. Go to the Rewards tab in the Branch App to find participating merchants and retailers.
What is Savings Goal?
With Savings Goal, Branch users can set aside funds for a specific goal, and track their progress toward achieving it. Start taking control of your financial future: put your hard-earned cash toward an emergency fund, a vacation, or whatever else your heart desires. Move money based on your preferred schedule: automate transfers between your primary balance and your Savings Goal with auto-contributions or manually contribute to your goal whenever it works for you.
Which ATMs can I use for free?
Branch provides access to 8 free ATM transactions per month at 55,000+ ATMs in the Allpoint Network. A $2 fee will apply per ATM transaction after 8 transactions until the next month.
Allpoint ATMs are conveniently found in popular retailers—places you already know, love and shop every day. You can find your closest Allpoint ATM through the Move Funds menu in the app, or by clicking here.
How do I transfer funds from my Branch account to an external account?
Click the Move Funds option in the Branch App to transfer funds from Branch to an external account. You can transfer funds instantly for a small fee ($2.99 for amounts under $25, $3.99 for amounts $25.01-$75, $4.99 for amounts over $75) by selecting the Debit card option, or you can transfer funds for free using the Another bank option. Free transfers process via ACH and take 3-5 business days.
What happens if I lose my Branch debit card?
If you believe your card is lost or stolen, we urge you to first lock the card. Open your Branch App, tap the 3 dots on the upper right corner of the white debit card and tap Lock Card. From there, you can select to order a replacement card. A new personalized card will be shipped to your home address within 8-12 business days.
Have other questions?
Check out our Branch Help Center for further FAQs or contact our support team in-app through the Account Tab of your Branch App.
*Banking Services provided by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The Branch Mastercard Debit Card is issued by Evolve Bank & Trust pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.
**A $2 fee will apply per Allpoint ATM transaction after 8 transactions until the next month.