Additional security for safe net-banking

Two factor authentication or 2FA is the process of adding an extra layer of identity validation. If two factor authentication is enabled, a person has to provide not only the correct log in password, but also a code which can only be accessed on another authorized device.  

In order to maximize a secure net-banking experience, it is suggested that two factor authentication is enabled for all your vital accounts. Here are listed few Indian banks along with their two factor authentication procedures:

State Bank of India (SBI)

• Enable “High Security Settings”: For OTP through SMS
• Opt for Secure State Bank Software token: For inbuilt OTP generation on phone through application
• Freedom Application: One time OTP for Immediate Payment Service transactions up to 50000 INR

For more details visit: https://www.onlinesbi.com/personal/safe_online_banking.html

ICICI Bank

• Automatically sends OTP as SMS on sensing unusual banking behavior
• Code generation can also happen through application and if set up, OTP is no longer received as SMS but generated in the app itself through ICICI’s i-safe facility
• Asks for random characters printed on back of debit card during transactions

HDFC Bank

• Enable “Secure Access” Option on your internet banking account
• A combination of image and personal message is used as 2FA

Allahabad Bank

Provides simple two factor authentications using

• SMS through phones
• Email IDs

Axis Bank

• Get Code through SMS
• Register frequently used device for Webpin (possible through net-banking)
• Use hardware token provided by bank to generate code

Have a safe banking experience!