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# How do I link my bank account?

Linking your bank account to your AET account allows you to easily make **deposits** and **withdrawals**. If you have a **Retirement Account**, deposits will be treated as **contributions**, and withdrawals will be considered **distributions** in accordance with IRS regulations.

### **What You Need**

To link your bank account, have the following ready:  
✔ **Your external bank account username or email**  
✔ **Your external bank account password**

### **Methods to Link Your Bank Account**

There are two ways to link your bank account:

### **Method 1: Link Your Bank Account During a Deposit or Contribution**

1. **Log in** to your AET online portal.
2. Go to your **Dashboard**.
3. Select **Deposit** or **Contribution** (for retirement accounts).
4. Choose your **Transfer Type** (**ACH, Wire, or Check**).
5. Under **Linked Bank Account**, click **Link Bank Account**.
6. A dialog box will appear—click **Continue**.
7. Use the search bar to find your **banking institution**.
8. Enter your **bank login credentials** (the same credentials you use to log in to your bank).
9. If prompted, complete **Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**.
10. Select the **bank account** you want to link.

🎉 **Your bank account is now linked!** You can start making deposits, withdrawals, and using Bill Pay.

💡 **Tip:** You can review all linked accounts from the **Payment Methods** screen in **Settings**.

### **Method 2: Link Your Bank Account from the Payment Methods Tab**

1. **Log in** to your AET online portal.
2. Navigate to **Settings**.
3. Select the **Payment Methods** tab.
4. Click **Link Bank Account**.
5. A dialog box will appear—click **Continue**.
6. Use the search bar to find your **banking institution**.
7. Enter your **bank login credentials** (same as your online banking login).
8. If required, complete **Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**.
9. Select the **bank account** you want to link.

🎉 **You’re all set!** Your bank account is now linked for deposits, withdrawals, and Bill Pay.

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