Credit card: This is how you can change your PIN

Changing the PIN on a credit card works the same for most banks. You can usually do this via the online portal of the credit card provider. However, the bank needs some data for this.

Change credit card PIN works in a few steps

There may be several reasons why you want to change your credit card PIN. Either you forgot it or you have trouble remembering the number. Generating a new one is not a big effort.

• Call your bank. As a rule, you must provide your account number and your date of birth. This is done to compare your personal data.
• As an alternative to the phone call, you can also log into your bank account. Whether through your bank or directly from the credit card provider - you usually have your own access to a corresponding Internet portal, where you can log in.
• There is usually an area there, such as "My Account". There is also a corresponding menu item where you can request a new PIN.
• The new PIN will be sent to you by post at your address. Make sure in advance that the address details are correct.

Credit card PIN - further information

Usually people who cannot remember their PIN or who have forgotten their PIN change their PIN. There are various ways to remember the PIN better.

• In any case, avoid writing the PIN down somewhere and keeping it in your wallet, handbag, or anywhere near your credit cards. Once your wallet or handbag has been stolen, it can have bad effects. The thief can quickly get your money.
• Use password apps on your mobile phone to securely write down your PINS or passwords and to call them up if necessary.
• Make a note of the PIN and keep it separate from your credit card in a safe place. For example in a safe.

How you can pay with your credit card even without a PIN can be read in another article.