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How to Protect Yourself from SIM Swapping
SIM swapping is when someone tries to move your phone number to a device they control.
SIM swapping is when someone tries to move your phone number to a device they control.
Banking accounts should get the strongest protections you can reasonably use.
MFA and 2FA both add another proof of identity beyond a password, which makes account takeover harder.
Text message codes are better than no MFA, but authenticator apps and security keys are usually stronger choices when offered.