If SpotMe® covers me, do I pay it back?

Yes. SpotMe isn’t extra or free money. It’s Chime helping cover your transaction if you spend a little more than what’s in your account, so you’re not left stuck.

The amount SpotMe covers will be automatically paid back from your next direct deposit or transfer into your account, whichever comes first.

Please note that if you’re using other Chime products like MyPay or Instant Loans, SpotMe will be paid back first. 


For more information on MyPay eligibility, refer to Am I eligible for MyPay®? in our Help Center. 

SpotMe® for Credit Builder is an optional, no interest/no fee overdraft line of credit tied to the Secured Deposit Account. SpotMe on Debit is an optional, no fee service attached to your Chime Checking Account (individually or collectively, “SpotMe”). Eligibility for SpotMe requires $200 or more in qualifying direct deposits to your Chime Checking Account each month.

Qualifying members will be allowed to overdraw their Chime Checking Account and/or their Secured Deposit Account up to $20 in total, but may be later eligible for a higher combined limit of up to $200 or more based on member’s Chime account history, direct deposit frequency and amount, spending activity and other risk-based factors. Your SpotMe Limit will be displayed to you within the Chime mobile app. You will receive notice of any changes to your SpotMe Limit. Your SpotMe Limit may change at any time, at Chime or its banking partners’ discretion. Although there are no overdraft fees, there may be out-of-network or third party fees associated with ATM transactions or OTC cash withdrawal fees at retailers. SpotMe won't cover non card transactions, including ACH transfers, Pay Anyone transfers, or Chime Checkbook transactions. SpotMe Terms and Conditions.