Your routing number is in the Account Details section of the Discover app
Open the Discover app and tap the account you need the routing number for. At the bottom of the account overview screen, you'll see a section labeled "Account Details" or "Account Information." Tap that section to expand it. Your routing number appears there alongside your account number. The routing number for all Discover Bank accounts is 011000015, but the app shows it for your reference.
If you don't see Account Details on the main screen, scroll down. Some versions of the app place it lower on the page. You can also access this same information by tapping the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left, then selecting "Account Details" from the options that appear.
Write down or screenshot your routing number and account number together — you'll need both when setting up transfers or providing banking information to employers, bill pay services, or other institutions.
Key Takeaways
- The Discover app displays your routing number in the Account Details section of any account you select.
- Discover Bank's routing number is 011000015 for all customers, though the app confirms this for your specific account.
- You need both your routing number and account number together when setting up direct deposits, bill pay, or external transfers.
- If Account Details doesn't appear on your main screen, scroll down or access it through the menu icon.
What your routing number is used for
Your routing number identifies Discover Bank to other financial institutions. When your employer sets up direct deposit, they use your routing number and account number to send your paycheck to the right bank and the right account. Bill pay services use it the same way — to know where to pull money from when you schedule a payment.
If you're transferring money from another bank into Discover, that bank's system needs your Discover routing number to route the transfer correctly. The routing number is not secret information — it's the same for every Discover customer — but your account number is unique to you, and that's what actually protects your account.
Copying or sharing your routing number safely
You can screenshot your routing number from the app or write it down. Since the routing number is the same for all Discover customers and doesn't identify your specific account, there's no security risk in sharing it. What matters is that you keep your account number private.
When you give your routing and account numbers to an employer or service, verify you're using an official channel — the company's website, a phone number you looked up independently, or a form they sent you directly. Don't paste banking information into emails or messages unless you initiated contact with a known, trusted source.
If you can't find Account Details in your app
Update the Discover app to the latest version. Older versions sometimes organize information differently or may have bugs that hide sections. Go to your phone's app store, search for Discover, and tap "Update" if one is available.
If updating doesn't help, try logging out and logging back in. Sometimes the app needs a fresh session to display all sections correctly. If Account Details still doesn't appear after that, contact Discover customer service through the app — tap the menu icon and look for "Contact Us" or "Help" — and they can provide your routing number over the phone or through find messaging.
Using your routing number for direct deposit
When your employer asks for banking information to set up direct deposit, provide both your Discover routing number (011000015) and your account number from the app. Some employers ask for the account type as well — Discover checking and savings accounts both use the same routing number, so specify which type of account you want the deposit to go into.
Direct deposit usually takes one to two pay cycles to set up after you submit your information. Your first paycheck may still arrive by check or previous method while the bank processes the setup. After that, deposits go directly to your Discover account on payday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the routing number the same for all Discover customers?
Yes. Discover Bank's routing number is 011000015 for every customer, whether you have a checking account, savings account, or both. The routing number identifies the bank itself, not your individual account. Your account number is what makes your account unique.
Can I find my routing number without the app?
Yes. You can call Discover customer service at the number on the back of your debit card, or visit the Discover website and log into your account online. The routing number also appears on checks if you have Discover checking. You can also search "Discover Bank routing number" online — the number 011000015 is public information.
What if I give someone my routing number by mistake?
A routing number alone cannot be used to access your account or move money without your account number. Since the routing number is the same for all Discover customers and is publicly available, sharing it carries no real risk. Keep your account number private instead.
Do I need my routing number to transfer money out of Discover?
No. When you transfer money from Discover to another bank, you provide Discover with the other bank's routing number and your account number at that bank. Discover already knows its own routing number. You only provide your own routing number to outside institutions that are sending money to you.