Outsmart phishers
Guaranteeing the security of your capital is paramount to us.
Activate your sharp eye mode to identify and avoid scams with our tips.
Complete block in just one click
With our Emergency Lock feature, you can protect your assets at any time if you detect any suspicious activity.
Instantly freeze your account with one tap in your mobile app
Disable your cards: payments and withdrawals immediately become unavailable.
Pause your outgoing transfers, direct debits and payments in a single step.
No new trading orders can be initiated.
How to enable the emergency lock
Mobile Level 3
Mobile Level 3, our two-factor authentication login, is the direct counter to phishing’s heavy reliance on password theft. By setting it up, you’ll receive a unique Mobile Level 3 access code on your smartphone, valid only for each login, thus adding a supplementary shielding layer to your banking ecosystem.
What Swissquote will never ask of you
There are some behaviours and requests that blatantly contradict our security guidelines. Be immediately suspicious if you receive any type of communication from a source posing as Swissquote if it asks you to:
Reveal account credentials or card details (login, passwords, Level 3 code, banking information)
Connect to websites that are not endorsed by Swissquote*
Install AnyDesk or any remote access software
Call Swissquote on a new telephone number
Transfer your money to anyone without your consent
Make a transfer to a third-party bank account, or hand over cash
Carry out a "test" transaction online
Connect to your device remotely
Take quick decisions under pressure, especially through unsolicited messages
Download an attachment or install any type of software
*Swissquote’s official apps are: Swissquote, CFXD. Make sure to download them from the official App Store and/or Google Play.
Have you received a suspicious communication?
- Log into your account and change your password
- If you have a Swissquote card, lock it via the app to avoid any irregular movements
- If you are in any doubt about a communication sent in the name of Swissquote, please contact our Customer Care Center at +971 4 450 1777
- Report any web, email, or SMS fraud attempts to phishing.report@swissquote.ch — we will monitor them closely.
- If you notice any suspicious payments on your account or card, use the Emergency Lock feature and contact our Fraud Department at fraud.report@swissquote.ch.
Customer Care Center
If you have any questions regarding a communication, a document or otherwise regarding the security of your account, please do not hesitate to contact us:
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