Allpoint Network and STAR Network have renewed their relationship allowing STARsf surcharge-free program member financial institutions and their cardholders unlimited access to the Allpoint network in the United States. Allpoint operates the world’s largest surcharge-free ATM network and is an affiliate of Cardtronics, Inc., the world’s largest retail ATM owner / operator. First Data’s STAR Network is one of the leading debit networks, with more than 2 million retail and ATM locations. First Data is the global leader in payment technology and services solutions.
When established in 2007, the STAR-Allpoint relationship expanded nationwide surcharge-free ATM access by 32,000 U.S. locations for STARsf cardholders. Since that time, Allpoint has grown its U.S. footprint to more than 43,000 ATMs, bringing the total for the STARsf program to more than 50,000 ATMs.
“Linking STARsf to Allpoint surcharge-free ATMs has always been about putting STAR financial institutions in a better competitive position. Surcharge-free ATM access continues to be a key decision point for consumers when choosing a bank or credit union,” said Pete Korpady, general manager, STAR Network. “Through ongoing expansion of its network, which is focused on convenient retail locations where consumers already live, work and shop, Allpoint has demonstrated its commitment to adding value to the STARsf program, its member financial institutions and ultimately their cardholders.”
With Allpoint, STARsf cardholders will never be far away from surcharge-free ATM access. Conveniently located in destination retail outlets, including major discount retailers, convenience, grocery and pharmacy stores, Allpoint ATMs save customers of STARsf financial institutions time as well as ATM fees.
“Since the STAR Network first linked the STARsf program to Allpoint, we have worked together to help financial institutions deliver the nationwide surcharge-free ATM access their cardholders demand,” said Bill Knoll, managing director, Allpoint Network. “With the STAR-Allpoint relationship set to move forward, we’re expanding and enhancing our joint marketing efforts, and looking forward to mutually beneficial growth.”
