Ramses Delgado, Banking Moderator
@ramses_delgado1
No, a debit card is not a checking account, but they are closely related. A debit card is a payment card that allows you to access funds directly from your checking account. It's essentially a tool that connects your checking account to your purchases. When you use a debit card, the funds are immediately withdrawn from your checking account.
A checking account, on the other hand, is a type of bank account that allows you to deposit and withdraw money. It's often used for everyday transactions like paying bills or buying groceries.
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