Security tips for using TWINT

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TWINT is a very secure payment method. Nevertheless, we would like to give you a number of security tips to be aware of when using TWINT.

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    Online shopping Send & request Security code

Online shopping

  • Never use QR codes that have been sent to you by untrustworthy sources.
  • Never use five-digit payment codes that sellers send to you on selling platforms such as Facebook Marketplace, Tutti.ch, etc.

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Sending and requesting money

  • Only send money to friends and family via TWINT.
  • Check money requests carefully before accepting them.

Security code

  • Do not under any circumstances share your TWINT PIN with anyone else.
  • TWINT, our partners and your bank will never ask you for your security code.

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If you suspect you have been the victim of fraud, please contact the issuers of your TWINT app immediately.