Topic: Security tips

What is adware? What you need to know to keep your system secure

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What is adware? What you need to know to keep your system secure

Fed up with pesky pop-up ads while you’re browsing online? There's a chance that adware is the cause — learn more about this type of malware and how to remove it from your system.

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What is spyware? How to safeguard your devices

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What is spyware? How to safeguard your devices

Is your online data safe? A certain type of malware known as spyware is specially designed to infiltrate users’ devices and steal sensitive personal information

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Scareware: What it is and how to protect yourself

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Scareware: What it is and how to protect yourself

Scareware scams can be stressful, costly, and time-consuming. Luckily, there are warning signs that can help you spot scareware hiding in plain sight — read on to learn more.

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How to avoid bank transfer scams

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How to avoid bank transfer scams

How can you recognize bank transfer scams and protect yourself and your business? Read on to find out.

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SIM swap scam: is your phone number safe from hackers?

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SIM swap scam: is your phone number safe from hackers?

Hackers will try just about anything to get hold of your personal information and money including SIM swapping. Here, we explain what this scam is and how you can safeguard yourself and your phone.

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Security risks of public Wi-Fi — and how to protect yourself

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Security risks of public Wi-Fi — and how to protect yourself

Using public Wi-Fi is convenient — but it’s also risky. In this article, learn how to minimize the security risks when using public Wi-Fi and protect your data from hackers.

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Do you have malware on your phone? Here's how to check

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Do you have malware on your phone? Here's how to check

Malware on your phone can access your personal info, including your bank details. Here’s how to safeguard your phone against malicious software and what to do if it’s been infected.

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Job scamming - What N26 does to protect you and how you can protect yourself

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Job scamming - What N26 does to protect you and how you can protect yourself

N26 has developed transaction monitoring methods that make our mobile bank increasingly secure against fraud. Find out more in this article.

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Debit card fraud—what you need to know

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Debit card fraud—what you need to know

Find out how you can protect yourself against debit card fraud.

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Inside the mind of online scammers: Kristen, Trust & Safety Analyst

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Inside the mind of online scammers: Kristen, Trust & Safety Analyst

Online scams and fraud aren’t new but they evolve constantly. Kristen from N26’s Trust & Safety team analyses and investigates these trends to make online banking even more secure for you.

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Striking the balance between ease-of-use and best-in-class security: Cristofor, Product Security Engineer

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Striking the balance between ease-of-use and best-in-class security: Cristofor, Product Security Engineer

Security is key in online banking. As a Product Security Engineer, Cristofor is part of the N26 team that checks on and analyses all features at different stages in order to keep your money safe.

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