What are Discover Savings Accounts?
Discover offers one savings account, a high-yield savings account. A high-yield savings account is an account that online banks and credit unions offer that pays above-average interest rates on deposits. The Discover Online Savings Account pays 3.60% (as of 04/22/25) APY, well above the national average.
Is a Discover Savings Account secure?
Yes, your Discover savings account is secure. Discover Bank is a Member FDIC bank. Deposits held in a Discover Online Savings Account are insured for up to $250,000 per depositor, per account ownership type.
How do I open a Discover Savings Account?
You can open a Discover Savings account by going online and filling out an application form. You'll need some personal information, such as a Social Security number and your physical address. If you aren't comfortable filling out the form yourself, you can call Discover's customer service; they can help you open an account. You won't be able to open accounts at branches because Discover is an online bank.
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Just opened one. What has been everyone’s experience? I opened it due to the higher interest return. Thanks in advance.