Stop! Change This One Venmo Privacy Setting Before Using PayPal Transfers

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Don’t wait to change these important settings. 

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For years, moving money between PayPal and Venmo felt like trying to bridge two different worlds, but that digital wall has finally come down. A recent update now allows you to send direct payments between the two platforms, meaning you can finally settle a dinner tab or pay a friend without worrying about which app they prefer.

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This payment app collaboration has been in the works since PayPal bought Venmo in 2014. Now that you’re finally able to use both apps synergistically, you’ll want to make sure you’ve made all the changes you should have when you first signed up to protect your privacy. 

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