: You can pay for services like utilities, insurance, or rent directly through your bank's online portal. Retailers That Accept Direct Bank Payments

: Some stores allow you to enter your bank's 9-digit routing number and your unique account number at checkout. These details are found on your paper checks or in your bank's mobile app.

Many large and specialty retailers offer an "eCheck" or "Checking Account" option: What is an eCheck? - Chase Bank

: Linking your checking account to services like PayPal or Venmo allows you to shop at millions of retailers that don't accept direct bank transfers.

You can buy almost anything online using your checking account, even without a physical debit card, by using your account and routing numbers as a payment method. While most major retailers like and Walmart accept direct checking account payments (often listed as eCheck or ACH), others may require a middleman like PayPal . Ways to Pay With Your Checking Account