Security

Bank with confidence, knowing we’re working around the clock to help protect you, your identity and your money.

Peace of mind when you bank, shop and transact online

Shop and transact online with confidence knowing that we’re committed to protecting you and your money from fraud, scams and identity theft. Here are some of the ways we keep you safe when you use our online services, Mobile App, cards or digital wallets.

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Teachers Mutual Bank Security Promise

Our commitment to you

Our Teachers Mutual Bank Security Promise is your guarantee we are working around the clock to protect you, your identity and your money. This includes repaying money lost to fraud so long as you’ve complied with our terms and conditions and haven’t contributed to the loss.

  • How we keep you safe online

    How we keep you safe

    Whether you’re banking online or out shopping with a Teachers Mutual Bank card or mobile wallet, our advanced security systems, transaction monitoring and fraud protection help keep you safe.

     

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    Multiple security layers

    • Identity verification when you log on or transact
    • Multi-level authentication, including one-time passwords
    • Encryption and browser security checks
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    Transaction monitoring

    • Advanced monitoring and fraud detection technology
    • High risk merchant blocking
    • Member alerts for scams and questionable transactions
    • Prompts to indicate whether the account details for first time payees look right
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    Fraud protection

    • Guaranteed reimbursement of any money lost to fraud so long as you haven’t contributed to the loss and have complied with your account terms and conditions.
    • Zero Liability policies for Visa1 and payWave

  • First time payments in Internet Banking

  • Advanced monitoring

  • One Time Passwords

  • Daily transaction limit

  • Browser security checks

Contact us

  • Card gone missing?

    On the Mobile Banking App
    1. Tap Need help with your card?
    2.Tap one of the three options (damaged, stolen, lost)

    By phone
    In Australia: Call 13 12 21 (8am to 7pm AET week days, 9am to 3pm AET Saturday) or our Fraud Bureau Service on 1300 705 750 (after hours).
    Overseas: call +61 2 9735 9111 (8am to 7pm AET week days, 9am to 3pm AET Saturday). For Visa cards, you can also contact Visa Global Customer Assistance. 

    We’ll cancel your card and send you a new one. You may need to pay a Replacement Fee.

    Contact us

  • Seen something suspicious on your account? Report it

    If you see a transaction you don’t recognise or spot any other suspicious activity, please call us on 13 12 21 (in Australia) or +61 2 9735 9111 (from overseas).

     

     

     

    Learn about avoiding fraud and scams

  • Received a suspicious message? Let us know.

    If you receive a suspicious email, SMS or phone call claiming to be from us, please let us know immediately.

    The sooner we know, the faster we can deal with it and the faster we can let others know about it, to prevent them from falling victim.

    After you’ve reported, be sure to delete it – don’t reply, click on the hyperlink or share your Internet Banking or Mobile Banking App log in details.

    Report a suspicious message

More information to keep you and your money safe

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Tips to protect yourself online

Discover how to safeguard yourself when you’re banking or shopping – and enjoy the speed and convenience of online services, with less risk.

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Stay safe from fraud and scams

Learn more about the tricks fraudsters use, how we protect you against them, and what you can do to stay safe.

Learn more

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Mobile banking security

When you bank on your mobile using our handy app, you’re supported by multiple security measures – and there are also a few simple steps you can take to keep your mobile safe.

Learn more

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