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Block Announces 'Neighborhoods on Cash App' with 1% Processing Rate for Square Sellers
Block announced 'Neighborhoods on Cash App' on October 8, 2025, a network connecting Square sellers with Cash App users. The product provides sellers with a branded storefront for online ordering accessible via web and Cash App.
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What changed
Block announced Neighborhoods on Cash App on October 8, 2025. This network connects Square sellers with Cash App users. The product provides sellers with a branded storefront for online ordering. Customers can access this storefront via web and the Cash App. The source claims a 1% payment processing rate for in-app orders. There are no extra marketplace commissions or monthly fees. The announcement also mentions pooled stored balances and network-wide rewards. The source does not specify availability regions, exact launch dates, or specific integration details for hotel or restaurant operations like PMS or POS beyond the general Square ecosystem. Neighborhoods on Cash App is a new network connecting Square sellers with Cash App users. It provides local businesses with a branded storefront for online ordering, accessible via web and the Cash App. The source claims a 1% payment processing rate for in-app orders with no extra marketplace commissions or monthly fees. It also mentions pooled stored balances and network-wide rewards. The source does not specify availability regions, exact launch dates, or specific integration details for hotel/restaurant operations like PMS or POS beyond the general Square ecosystem.
Why a business should care
The source claims a 1% payment processing rate for in-app orders with no extra marketplace commissions or monthly fees. This could significantly reduce costs for local businesses compared to traditional marketplaces. It also offers a new channel to reach Cash App users.
Who it affects
Square sellers, particularly local businesses, and Cash App users.
What to consider doing
Operators should check the source for specific availability regions, exact launch dates, and integration details for their POS or PMS. They should verify the 1% processing rate and fee structure, and assess if the Cash App user base aligns with their target market.
Uncertainty and risks
The source claims a 1% processing rate and no extra fees, but these are vendor claims. The source does not specify availability, exact launch dates, or specific integration details. Operators should verify these claims and check for any hidden fees or limitations.
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