SMARTHUB: ONLINE ACCOUNT ACCESS

SmartHub is more than a bill payment system, it delivers convenient account management and detailed usage information in an all-in-one, easy-to-use system. SmartHub is a mobile and web application that delivers accurate, timely account information and allows you to make payments in a secure environment, right from your mobile device or on your computer.

With SmartHub, you can:

  • make a payment
  • check your electric usage
  • notify Crow Wing Power of account updates
  • communicate directly with the cooperative
  • setup and change AutoPay
  • select your notification settings

SmartHub is easy to navigate. It’s simple and quick to make a payment or view your bill. You can compare bills and find out what day of the week you typically use the most electricity. You can also choose to receive an email alert when a payment is due or other account activity occurs.
 

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SMARTHUB SUPPORT

Use SmartHub Mobile's Settings feature to change the password for your SmartHub account.

Change Your Password (iOS)
Change Your Password (Android)

Having access to your billing & payment history through SmartHub has many benefits, allowing you to view the information from anywhere at any time. 

View Billing History (Web)
View Billing History (iOS)
View Billing History (Android)

My Usage offers you a quick snapshot of how much energy you've used, and allows you to compare that usage over time and against weather data.

Review Usage Data (iOS)
Review Usage Data (Android)

SmartHub allows you to sign up for recurring payments – meaning your bill will automatically be paid each month in full without any further action on your part. If you’d like to set up automatic payments from a bank account or card, SmartHub makes it easy to manage them from your smartphone or tablet.

Manage Automatic Payments (Web)
Manage Automatic Payments (iOS)
Manage Automatic Payments (Android)

One of the advantages of SmartHub is that you can conveniently make payments from your computer or smart device. No stamps for you! These documents show you how to add, edit, and delete payment account information. Rest assured your information is securely stored in accordance with credit card industry data security standards.

Manage Payments (Web)
Manage Payments (iOS - iPhone)
Manage Payments (Android)

Just ask your Echo or Google voice-activated device.  “Alexa, open SmartHub?” And from there you can get your balance, due date, new alerts and more!

Voice Assistant Set-up Guide
 

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Setting Up SmartHub: Frequently Asked Questions

Both platforms are part of Crow Wing Power’s online account management system for members.

The website has additional functionality that allows members to manage notifications, update their stored payment methods, and change their personal information.

Both the web version and mobile app allow members to securely access their account information, view bills and payment history, make payments, view energy use, and report outages.

The free, secure mobile app is available to download and install on mobile devices and tablets.

Yes. All critical information is encrypted in every transaction run and no personal information is stored on your phone or tablet.

Mobile devices do offer you the ability to store your login information for apps installed on the device. If you choose to store your login information, any person who has access to your mobile device can access your account.

You can find your account number on a printed bill statement mailed to your residence or business. If you have previously received emails from Crow Wing Power about your monthly bill being ready to pay online, your account number is provided in that email. You can also call Crow Wing Power at (218) 829-2827 or (800) 648-9401 for assistance.

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Your new account number will be listed on your latest bill. 

NOTE: If you use online banking to pay your bill, we encourage you to ensure your financial institution has the updated account number.

Downloads:

  • Where to find your account number on your bill.

Members can sign up for SmartHub via the login page. To create a new online account, click “New User? Sign up to access our Self Service site” on the login page for SmartHub.

  • Residential members will need to have their account number on hand before starting this process.
  • Commercial members will need to have the tax ID number for their business.

After clicking on the “New User” button, type your billing account number, last name or business and email address in the requested fields.
Follow the steps to set up your online account.

To register, click here and enter your new account number, the name on the account and an email address. You will receive an email with a temporary password that you can use to log in. Once you log in to SmartHub with this temporary password, you will be prompted to change your password.

What happens if my temporary password doesn’t work and/or I’m locked out before I can register? Please try to register again. You will receive another temporary password, and you can try again. Check your junk mail if you don’t see the temporary password email.

Downloads:

Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play on your phone or tablet and search for “SmartHub.” Select our free and secure app to begin the download process.

If you have already registered via the web portal, you will be able to log into the app immediately. If you haven’t registered yet, follow the instructions below.

Members can sign up for SmartHub via the login page. To create a new online account, click “New User? Sign up to access our Self Service site” on the login page for SmartHub.

  • Residential members will need to have their account number on hand before starting this process.
  • Commercial members will need to have the tax ID number for their business.

After clicking on the “New User” button, type your billing account number, last name or business and email address in the requested fields.
Follow the steps to set up your online account.

To register, click here and enter your new account number, the name on the account and an email address. You will receive an email with a temporary password that you can use to log in. Once you log in to SmartHub with this temporary password, you will be prompted to change your password.

What happens if my temporary password doesn’t work and/or I’m locked out before I can register? Please try to register again. You will receive another temporary password, and you can try again. Check your junk mail if you don’t see the temporary password email.

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No. It is provided as an option for your convenience. If you do not sign up for paperless billing in SmartHub, you will continue to receive a monthly bill in your mail.

You can choose to participate in paperless billing, which sends bill statements to the email address on your account. Members who participate in paperless billing do not receive a copy of their bill in the mail.

Here’s how to change your preference to participate in paperless billing:

On the website:

  • Click on My Profile
  • Click on Update My Paperless Settings.
  • You can then choose your preference by selecting On or Off for paperless billing

On the app:

  • Select Settings
  • Select Paperless Bill Settings
  • Then, you can select On or Off for paperless billing

Want information on paperless billing, outage alerts and usage updates straight to your email or through SMS? Use SmartHub to update your notifications preferences.

  • Log in to your SmartHub account
  • Click on “Notifications”
  • Click Manage Contacts to add or change email address and phone numbers
  • Add email address or phone number
  • Enter verification code to activate
  • Click on Manage Notifications to update/change SMS and email alerts

For information on registering for SmartHub, please click here.

*If you sign up for text message notifications, you will still receive a paper copy of your bill. If you wish to not receive a paper bill, make sure to sign up for paperless billing with a valid email address.

Once you have your text and/or email addresses set up, do the following:

  • Click Notifications
  • Manage Notifications
  • Billing or Service or Usage
  • Select Text Message and/or E-mail options
  • Log in to SmartHub.
  • Click Notifications
  • Manage Notifications
  • Billing or Service or Usage
  • Select Text Message and/or E-mail options

Auto Pay is a convenient option to pay your bill each month.

Auto Pay allows you to pay your monthly bill through an automated draft from your bank account or credit card at no extra charge. By enrolling in Auto Pay, you authorize Crow Wing Power to withdraw funds from your selected account to pay your monthly bill on the due date. 

You can receive a bill available notification through email or text message or continue to receive your bill through USPS, so you'll know the amount to be withdrawn.

No, you are not required to sign up for it. We offer it for your convenience only. If you prefer to mail your payment or schedule it through your bank, please do so.

You can set up auto-pay online using SmartHub or over the phone with SecurePay (844) 834-4461.

First, you must have provided a bank account and/or credit/debit card information to enroll in Auto Pay.

On the website:

  • Click on Billing & Payments
  • Click on Auto Pay Program on the sidebar
  • Click on Sign Up for Auto Pay
  • Accept the Terms and Conditions then follow the instructions.

On the app:

  • Select Pay My Bill
  • Select Auto Pay Program
  • Follow the instructions above.

You can save bank account and/or credit/debit card information for future bill payments. If you plan to enroll in the Auto Pay Program, you’ll be required to provide a stored payment account to pay your Crow Wing Power bill.

On the website:

  • Click My Profile
  • Click on Manage My Stored Payment Accounts
  • Follow the instructions to provide a bank account or card information.
  • You can add multiple bank accounts and cards under your stored payment accounts.

On the app:

  • Select Pay My Bill
  • Select Stored Payment Accounts
  • Select Add a Payment Method
  • Select which type of card or bank account information you will provide
  • Follow the instructions to provide a bank account or card information.