What’s new in the Western Union® app

Canada By Western Union October 17, 2025

We’ve made some exciting updates to the Western Union® app to help make sending money easier, faster, and more flexible, just the way you like it. Check out the top 3 cool features you’ll want to try:

1. Easier navigation and new home screen features

We’ve made the app simpler to explore, and we’ve added an Exchange rate tracker right on the home screen! That means you can see real-time exchange rates to help you decide the best time to send money.

 

FX tracker placement

 

Updated navigation layout

 

2. Watch your money as it moves

Your trust matters to us. Now you can follow your transfer every step of the way in real time, from the moment you send it until it reaches your friend or family member’s bank account.

 

New tracking interface

 

 

3. Introducing a new way to request money

Easily request money through the Western Union® app and receive it your way, straight to your bank account or in cash.

Request flow and payment methods

 

 

We’re excited to share these new features in the Western Union® app, designed with you in mind. Now, you can easily track exchange rates, check transfer timelines, and request funds.

The Western Union team.