Is the EBT Edge mobile app legitimate for CalFresh benefits?

Yes, the EBT Edge app is legitimate! It's developed by FIS (Fidelity National Information Services), the same company that processes EBT transactions in many states including California. I've been using it for about 8 months with my CalFresh benefits and it's really helpful. You can check your balance instantly, see transaction history, and find stores nearby that accept EBT. Just make sure you download the official app from the App Store or Google Play - there are sometimes fake apps that try to steal your information.

my friend tried 2 use it and said it kept crashing on her phone but idk maybe she had an old phone or somethin. i just keep my receipt from the store that shows my balance, easier 4 me

The EBT Edge app is definitely legitimate and is actually recommended by many county CalFresh offices. It's authorized by the same company that manages the EBT card system in California. A few helpful tips: 1. Make sure you're downloading the actual app (made by FIS Global) 2. You can use the app to check both your CalFresh food benefits AND cash benefits if you receive CalWORKs 3. The app includes a store locator feature that shows places accepting EBT nearby 4. You can set up alerts for deposits and low balance notifications 5. The transaction history can be helpful for budgeting I regularly recommend it to clients as it's much more convenient than calling the phone number on the back of your EBT card.

BEWARE! I don't trust ANY of these apps with my benefits!!! My cousin's neighbor had their ENTIRE MONTH'S BENEFITS STOLEN after using some EBT app (not sure if it was this one). The county wouldn't replace the stolen benefits and her kids went HUNGRY. The government barely gives us enough to survive as it is, why risk it??? Just call the number on the back of your card like we've always done!!!

I downloaded that app last year and it's been really useful! No more calling that annoying automated line. Just make sure you actually get the real EBT Edge app, not some knockoff. One thing thats annoying though is sometimes it logs me out randomly and I have to sign in again. But overall its pretty good for checking your balance quickly.

If you're having trouble getting through to a CalFresh worker to ask about officially recommended apps or other questions, try using Claimyr. It helped me bypass the endless phone waiting when I needed to talk to someone about my benefits being suddenly reduced. You can see how it works at https://youtu.be/eZ19FHRETv8?si=_CXnXqNXbLl26WB8 and sign up at claimyr.com. Basically they wait on hold with the CalFresh office for you and call you back when a real person answers. Saved me literally hours of hold time when I needed to get verification about which apps were safe to use with my EBT card.

Just wanted to add that I've used EBT Edge for about a year now and it's been totally safe. The only issue I had was when I got a new phone number and had trouble updating it in the app. Had to delete and reinstall. Otherwise it's been great!

wait is EBT Edge the one with the blue icon or the green icon?? i think i downloaded the wrong one before lol

Just to clarify some information I'm seeing in the comments: 1. The EBT Edge app is officially approved for use with CalFresh benefits 2. Even if the app crashes or has technical issues, it cannot "take" your benefits - it's just displaying information 3. The only way benefits can be stolen is if someone has both your physical card AND your PIN 4. Not all county workers mention the app during recertification because it's not required for managing benefits, just a convenience option 5. If you're concerned about app legitimacy, you can always call the official EBT customer service number (877-328-9677) to verify Hope this helps clear up some confusion!