How do I link a bank account?
To link a bank account you'll need to go to settings, validate business information with Stripe, then connect your bank account via Plaid.
- Go to Settings ⚙️
- Click the Bank Accounts tab
- Click Validate Business Information
- This form is sent directly to Stripe, Beam’s payment processor.
- Stripe requires this information to verify that you are the legal owner (or authorized representative) of the business.
- This is part of required identity verification (KYC – Know Your Customer) for payment processing.
- Once submitted, verification typically takes 30–60 seconds.
After your business is verified, click Link Bank Account. You'll then enter your code for verification.
- Beam uses Plaid to securely connect most banks.
- Some banks may require micro-deposit verification instead of instant linking.
Your bank account must be successfully linked in order to:
Receive payments from customers- Pay bills via ACH
- Use Beam’s payment features
- Transfer funds in and out of the Beam Balance
Once a bank account is linked, you can click the three dots next at the top right corner of the record to edit the account nickname.