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About MeridianLink® Opening is a digital account opening solution that helps financial institutions simplify onboarding and grow deposits across checking, savings, CDs, and more. The platform combines mobile‑first design, automated workflows, fraud protection, and real‑time decisioning to reduce friction and increase conversions. Features include adaptive forms, save‑and‑resume applications, automated identity verification, instant decisions, immediate funding, and built‑in compliance controls for BO, CIP, KYC, AML, and OFAC. Seamless core integration, in‑application cross‑sell, automated document handling, and ready‑to‑use accounts help institutions reduce operational effort, control risk, and deliver fast, secure, paperless onboarding experiences.	About Establishing meaningful connections in a virtual world. Parallel is a wellness and social platform for the workplace, with an emphasis on creating meaningful one-to-one connections and social communities between coworkers. We are here to improve the culture of corporate America. Parallel is a plug and play SaaS platform for your employees to develop genuine connections with each other in any environment.
Platforms Supported Windows Not Supported Mac Not Supported Linux Not Supported Cloud Supported On-Premises Not Supported iPhone Not Supported iPad Not Supported Android Not Supported Chromebook Not Supported	Platforms Supported Windows Not Supported Mac Not Supported Linux Not Supported Cloud Supported On-Premises Not Supported iPhone Not Supported iPad Not Supported Android Not Supported Chromebook Not Supported
Audience Credit unions and banks looking to deliver seamless, secure digital account opening experiences to grow deposits, improve consumer experiences, and increase efficiency.	Audience Companies interested in a wellness and social platform for the workplace
Support Phone Support Supported 24/7 Live Support Supported Online Supported	Support Phone Support Not Supported 24/7 Live Support Not Supported Online Supported
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Pricing Schedule a demo to see the solution in action and receive a customized pricing plan tailored to your organization's unique needs and goals. Free Version Not Supported Free Trial Not Supported	Pricing No information available. Free Version Not Supported Free Trial Not Supported
Reviews/Ratings Overall 4.2 / 5 ease 4.3 / 5 features 4.2 / 5 design 3.9 / 5 support 4.0 / 5 Read all reviews	Reviews/Ratings Overall 0.0 / 5 ease 0.0 / 5 features 0.0 / 5 design 0.0 / 5 support 0.0 / 5 This software hasn't been reviewed yet. Be the first to provide a review: Review this Software
Pros & Cons from Real Users Pros I like that I can see all the apps, to help members apply to. I like that I can have easy access to log in MeridianLink Opening is user-friendly and easy to navigate, making it simple for both staff and members to complete the application process. The platform is efficient in data entry, reducing manual input and helping speed up onboarding and loan processing. Its streamlined workflow improves productivity and minimizes errors, allowing for a smoother overall experience. I really enjoy the filter function of the application. I also like the ability of sending DocuSign. I am a Trainer a small credit union. I facilitate the training for loan navigation and we truly enjoy using Meridianlink Modern Experience. This was a huge improvement from the original view. Navigation is easy and the look is easy o the eyes. The Accessibility is nice and it flows well between screens/tabs I Like that it carries over information from our banking system for members Cons I do not have in cons at the moment. I have been new to the system The platform can occasionally lag, particularly during peak usage times, which can slow down workflow efficiency. There are also instances where errors occur, requiring additional time to troubleshoot or reprocess applications, which can impact productivity and the overall user experience. Inability of seeing active app review or updated app I have seen great improvements in the system. The only con I can think of is that is too many options on the columns in the Queues. How bland it can look- a lot of the tab's ad screens look the same so unless you're used to it can be easy to get lost
Training Documentation Supported Webinars Supported Live Online Supported In Person Supported	Training Documentation Supported Webinars Not Supported Live Online Not Supported In Person Not Supported
Company Information MeridianLink Founded: 1998 United States www.meridianlink.com/products/account-opening-software/	Company Information Parallel www.getparallel.io
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Categories Banking Supported Digital Banking Platforms Supported Loan Origination Supported Online Banking Supported	Categories Corporate Wellness Supported
Show More Features Banking Features ATM Management Not Supported Compliance Tracking Not Supported Corporate Banking Not Supported Credit Card Management Not Supported Credit Union Supported Investment Banking Not Supported Multi-Branch Not Supported Online Banking Supported Private Banking Not Supported Retail Banking Supported Risk Management Supported Securities Management Not Supported Transaction Monitoring Supported Online Banking Features Brokerage Not Supported Cash Management Not Supported Chat / Messaging Not Supported Credit Card Management Not Supported Electronic Statements Supported Fraud Detection Supported Loan Management Supported Marketing Automation Supported Retail Banking Supported Single Sign On Supported Transaction Monitoring Supported
Integrations ARC Cyber Risk Management Supported AgentKey Not Supported BillingTree Supported CICTotal Manager Supported ClickSWITCH Supported ConnectionsOnline Supported DataFreight Supported Docusign Supported Experian Aperture Data Studio Supported Finicity Supported LenderClose Supported LexisNexis AML Insight Supported Matrix Supported MeridianLink Access Supported MeridianLink Engage Supported NotaryWorks Supported Plaid Supported StarterCRM Supported Wolters Kluwer Passport Supported Zest Supported Show More Integrations View All 23 Integrations	Integrations ARC Cyber Risk Management Not Supported AgentKey Supported BillingTree Not Supported CICTotal Manager Not Supported ClickSWITCH Not Supported ConnectionsOnline Not Supported DataFreight Not Supported Docusign Not Supported Experian Aperture Data Studio Not Supported Finicity Not Supported LenderClose Not Supported LexisNexis AML Insight Not Supported Matrix Not Supported MeridianLink Access Not Supported MeridianLink Engage Not Supported NotaryWorks Not Supported Plaid Not Supported StarterCRM Not Supported Wolters Kluwer Passport Not Supported Zest Not Supported Show More Integrations View All 3 Integrations
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