How do I link my bank account?

To pay invoices with one click, you can link your bank account(s) to Column. We offer two easy ways to add bank accounts to your Column profile:

1. Log in directly with your online banking credentials

2. Send micro-deposits to your bank to verify your account via your account and routing numbers.

Regardless of which route you choose, your information will remain safe and secure, and Column will not have access to your bank account.

1. If you belong to an organization, log in at column.us/login, click Settings then My Organization. (If you're registered as an individual, go to My Account.) Select Bank Accounts from the menu on the left side of your page to see your current bank account settings. Alternatively, next time you receive an invoice via Column, you can click Link bank account (ACH) directly from your invoice, which will bring you to your payment settings.

   

2. Click Add Bank Account to begin linking your account.
   

   

3. If you'd like to verify your account using your online banking credentials — this is the fastest option — click Agree, then select your bank. If you have multiple accounts at your bank, choose the account you wish to use to pay for public notices. Input the username and password you use for online banking and follow any other instructions. Click Confirm on Column's ACH authorization agreement, and your account is all set to go.

   

4. If you can't find your bank account listed, you can choose to Verify by routing & account number, you will first need to get in touch with Column Support at help@column.us so this can be enabled on your account. We are unable to enable this setting without at least one confirmed active notice on your account with us. 

   

5. Once enabled, enter your account number and routing number, then click Continue Agree to the ACH authorization terms, then click Confirm.

   

6. Within 3-5 business days, you should receive two micro-deposits (at less than $1.00 each) in your bank account. You will receive an email letting you know when you can expect your micro-deposits to be ready. When you receive your micro-deposits, return to Bank Accounts in your Column settings. Click Action Required, then input the amount you received for each micro-deposit. Click Verify to complete the process.

Please be advised that ACH transfers can take up to two weeks to fully settle. Please keep your invoice due date in mind when selecting a payment method.