N26 Blog: Technology & Security

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“Secure” doesn’t have to mean inaccessible—N26 Security

Just because we make banking simple, doesn’t mean it’s insecure. Learn about the security programs we use to protect your balance and personal data.
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Real-time banking behind the scenes

At N26, you can receive a notification any time your balance changes. How do we manage do pull this off?
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Social engineering: how to protect yourself

Learn about social engineering to protect yourself against this particularly deceptive form of fraud.
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Tips for secure online banking

Online banking has transformed our finances. Here's how to stay secure while managing your money.
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What is PSD2 and what does it mean for me?

Learn here what PSD2 is and how we developed N26 to allow open banking and a strong customer authentication process.
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Rebranding N26, new logo and new colors.

Protecting yourself from phishing attacks

We explain what phishing is, how phishing works and how you can prevent phishing attacks on your bank account.
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Security when opening an N26 account: how we make sure your data stays safe

When opening N26 accounts, we use advanced security methods to protect our customers’ identities.
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Security: the DNA of N26

As a bank, maintaining security is our top priority. At N26, we work continuously to improve the way we do this.
3 min read
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What is money laundering and how can you protect yourself from it

Find out more about money laundering, what N26 is doing to prevent it, and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Cash is dying but still king in Germany.

Money in Germany: Cash is dying, but still king

A short history and look into the future of cash in Germany.
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Rebranding N26, new logo and new colors.

The crazy cost of cash

We’d like to suggest some ways that you can help us keep costs down- and thus help us to keep your core checking account free of charge:
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The cost of cash

Why does cash cost so much money? We explain the cost of cash and why cashless payments are the future.
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