General Information

What is happening?
When will I notice changes to my online and mobile banking?

You’ll notice changes when the new app launches  on Monday, July 14.

Is the routing number or my account number(s) changing?

No. Alerus’ routing number is not changing. Your account number(s) are also not changing.

Which services will be impacted prior to launch?

Some online and mobile banking services will be temporarily unavailable from July 11 through July 13.

Temporarily unavailable services:

  • External/recurring transfers – New external or recurring transfers cannot be set up starting noon CT, July 11
  • Zelle® – Unavailable starting noon CT, July 11
  • Bill Pay – Unavailable starting noon CT, July 11
  • Mobile deposit – Unavailable starting 7 p.m. CT, July 11

Services that will remain available throughout the transition:

  • Stop payments
  • Transfers between Alerus accounts
  • Pre-scheduled external/recurring transfers (Note: You will need to re-add external accounts and re-establish scheduled external transfers on the new platform starting July 14)
  • Viewing account balances

Debit card access

There will be no impact to debit card usage. You can continue to make purchases and withdraw cash from ATMs as usual.

Will I need to do anything on Monday, July 14?

The new digital banking platform will be available starting at 8 a.m. CT on Monday, July 14.

Logging in

  • No changes to usernames or passwords
  • Continue logging in at alerus.com as usual
  • You will notice a new online banking experience once logged in

New mobile app required

  • The current Alerus Mobile Banking app (light background) will no longer work as of July 14
  • To download the new app:
    • Search for “Alerus Banking” (navy background) in the App Store or Google PlayApp Hires Icon@72x
    • Log in using existing username and password

Logging In

Is my username or password changing?

No. You can continue using the same credentials to log into your account as you use today.

What if I forgot my username or password?

For online banking, click “forgot username” or “forgot password” to reset.

For mobile banking, click log in, then click “forgot username” or “forgot password” to reset.

Is My Alerus changing?

No. You can continue using My Alerus online or through the My Alerus mobile app to view all your accounts in one place and to track and manage your financials.

 

How do I log into my account?

For online banking, the way you log in is not changing. Continue to go to alerus.com -> Log In -> My Alerus -> Go.

For mobile banking, you will need to download a new banking app.

  • Delete the old Alerus Mobile app with the light background.
  • Download the new Alerus Banking app with the navy background from Google Play or the App Store and log in as usual.

 

Mobile App

 

Do I need to download a new banking app?

Yes. You will need to download the new Alerus Banking app. The old app will no longer work. Follow these steps to install the new app.

Step 1: Delete the old Alerus Mobile app (with the light-colored background).

Step 2: Search for “Alerus Banking” on the App Store or Google Play and download the new Alerus Banking app (navy background).

Step 3: Log in using your existing username and password.

To enable Face ID, click the Enable Face ID option at the bottom of the screen before logging in, and confirm your choice by clicking Enable Face ID after successfully entering your existing credentials.

Step 4: Choose “allow notifications” when prompted if you would like to receive push notifications related to your account. You can manage these notifications based on your preferences.

 

Can I still use mobile deposits?

Yes. The mobile app allows you to do a mobile deposit by taking photos of the front and back of the check. Once you have the image lined up in the viewer, click the camera icon in the upper right corner to take the photo.

Can I access Bill Pay through mobile banking?

Yes. You will continue to have the ability to send payments from your mobile device.

Why is the Alerus Mobile app not working?

Once the new mobile app is available, the old Alerus Mobile app (with the light-colored background) will no longer work. Delete the app and download the new Alerus Banking app (with the navy background) using the instructions below.

Step 1: Delete the old Alerus Mobile app (with the light-colored background).

Step 2: Search for “Alerus Banking” on the App Store or Google Play and download the new Alerus Banking app (navy background).

Step 3: Log in using your existing username and password.

To enable Face ID, click “Enable Face ID” option at the bottom of the screen before logging in, and confirm your choice by clicking “Enable Face ID” after successfully entering your existing credentials.

Step 4: Choose “allow notifications” when prompted if you would like to receive push notifications related to your account. You can manage these notifications based on your preferences.

Features and Services

Do I need to reset my account alerts?

Yes, you should review the new account alert options and set your preferred alerts. In online banking, click “Profile” (located in the top panel on the home screen), and choose “Alert Settings.” On the mobile app, click “Menu” in the lower right corner of the screen, then select “Profile” and choose “Alert Settings.”

Do I need to re-establish my recurring external transfers/transfers to accounts outside of Alerus?

Yes. The first time you log into your account on the new platform, you will need to reset any recurring external transfers to continue those transactions uninterrupted. Click “External Transfers” and follow the prompts to link accounts you own at other financial institutions.

Do I need to re-establish my recurring internal transfers/transfers to other Alerus accounts or bill payments?

No. Any internal transactions (e.g. recurring transfers to Alerus accounts, bill payments) previously scheduled will be carried over to the new system and processed as normal.

How do I make a one-time payment from my Alerus checking/savings account to my Alerus loan or line of credit?

In online banking, select Transfers & Payments (top navigation bar), then select Loan Payment, or click the Loan Payment button in the Payments tile on the home screen. In the mobile app, click the Loan Payment button on the home screen.

Will I have access to my statement history?

Yes. You will continue to have access to statement history as usual.

Is Bill Pay changing?

No. You will continue to have access to Bill Pay as you do today.

Is Zelle® changing?

No. You will continue to have access to Zelle® for person-to-person payments as you do today.

How do I view account details?

Click on the account to view transactions and account details.

Can I change the order in which accounts are displayed on the home screen?

Yes! Click “View all accounts,” then click the three dots located on the right side of the account that you would like to move. Select “move account up” or “move account down” to adjust the display order.

How can I select which accounts to display on the home screen?

Click “View all accounts,” then click the star located on the left side of the account to add or remove it from your favorites. You can display up to six accounts as your favorite accounts on the home screen.

Why can’t I see all of my accounts when I log in?

Your home screen allows a limited number of accounts to be displayed as favorites. Click “View all accounts,” then click the star located on the left side of the account you want to show on the home screen.

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