SMS One Time Passcode (OTP)
To help you bank safely, we may need to text you a code to make sure it’s you buying online or carrying out other actions.
What is an SMS One Time Passcode (OTP)?
An OTP is a unique 6-digit code. It helps to keep you safe from fraud.
More about One Time Passcodes
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There are various times where you could get one, such as when you buy online or change your address.
We’ll send a passcode to your mobile phone to check it’s you online.
Please make sure we have your correct mobile number.
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Once we send a passcode, a pop-up should appear on your screen. You’ll need to enter the code into this pop-up to confirm it’s you.
If you enter the wrong OTP a set number of times, you’ll need to call us before starting again.
You won't be charged for receiving an OTP.
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An OTP is for your eyes only. Never share it with anyone, not even your bank. Only enter the code when prompted on screen.
If anyone calls to ask for an OTP, hang up the phone. This is a common scam that fraudsters use.
Fraudsters will use all kinds of reasons to try to get an OTP from you, such as:
- Refund your account.
- Secure your account.
- Stop a payment.
Remember: nobody should ever call to ask for a code.
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Before you use a passcode, check the payment details to make sure you’re buying:
- The item you want.
- At the right price.
- From a genuine seller.
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You can get straight forward, impartial advice on how to avoid scams from Take Five.
You can report a crime or get general advice from Action Fraud. They help banks and other companies combat fraud.
They offer advice on how to keep yourself and your devices safe from fraud.
UK Finance is there to support customers and to help make sure it's safe to bank.
Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)
The PRA is part of the Bank of England. Their role is to make sure banks act safely and reduce the chance of them losing money.
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
The FCA is there to make sure banks work well so customers are protected and get a fair deal.
CIFAS can help to protect your identity. They can stop fraudsters from using your details to apply for things in your name.
This is a government site that gives advice on how to stay safe online.
This is part of the FCA site. You can use it to check on an investment or pension deals to help you avoid scams.
Lloyds Bank does not control the content of third party websites linked to on this page.
Lloyds Bank will never ask you to:
- Share your account details like user ID, password and memorable information.
- Tell us your Personal Security Number (PSN) for Telephone Banking.
- Tell us your PIN code or card expiry date.
- Move money to another account.
Important legal information
Lloyds Bank plc. Registered office: 25 Gresham Street, London EC2V 7HN. Registered in England and Wales No. 2065. Lloyds Bank plc is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority under registration number 119278.
Eligible deposits with us are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). We are covered by the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS).
Personalisation. We will always greet you personally using your Title and Surname. We will never use ‘Dear User’ or ‘Dear Valued Customer’. Where you hold an existing account with us, we will quote the last four digits of your account number, such as your current account, savings account or credit card. If you don’t yet have an account with us but we have your postal address details, we may use part of your postcode. Internet Banking-related emails may also include your Internet Banking User ID.
Links. All links within our emails will go to a page on www.lloydsbank.com, or to trusted Government regulatory websites (e.g. Financial Ombudsman, Financial Conduct Authority, etc). Research emails may take you to a partner research company website but you will not be asked for any Internet Banking log on details.
In fraudulent emails, website addresses may appear genuine on first sight, but if you hover your mouse over the link without clicking, it may reveal a different web address. On our genuine emails the link address always starts with email.lloydsbank.com or www.lloydsbank.com. We will never link direct through to our Internet Banking log on page or to a page that asks for your security or personal details.