What is hardware token in Zenith bank?

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The Zenith bank hardware token is a device that is used to provide additional security for your internet banking transactions.

The hardware token generates a code which is valid for a limited period of time, which you can use to authorize transactions like money transfer, bill payments etc.

The code generated can only be used once, and if it is not inputted correctly, the transaction will not go through, hence giving you an extra layer of security.

In this post, I am going to be writing about all that you will need to know about the Zenith bank hardware token.

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What is Zenith bank hardware token?

The hardware token is a device that generates codes which can be used to authorize transactions, thereby providing an extra layer of security.

The code it generates can only be used for limited amount of time, and if it is inputted incorrectly, then the transaction will not go through.

How to get Zenith bank hardware token?

To get the Zenith bank hardware token, you will need to visit the nearest zenith bank branch and request for the hardware token application form.

You will need to fill this form correctly with all the required details like account name, account number, phone number, email address etc. Also make sure you read all the terms and condition before you submit back to the Zenith bank staff.

The hardware token will usually cost 3,500 naira for the device, as at the time of writing this article.

Once your application is successful, you will be given the Zenith bank hardware token device, which you will need to activate.

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How to activate Zenith bank hardware token?

To activate the Zenith bank hardware token, you will need to visit the zenith bank token activation page and enter your 10-digit Zenith bank account number.

A One-time password will be sent to your registered email address or phone number that is linked to your zenith bank account.

You will need to enter the one-time password and get the token number from the hardware device. You will have to enter the serial number of the token as seen without the hyphen.

Also create a 4-digit PIN and click on continue to proceed. Once you complete the above, you would have successfully activated the zenith bank hardware token, you can now use it to complete transactions.

How to unlock/reset zenith bank hardware token PIN?

Follow the below instructions to unlock zenith bank token:

1. Go to https://zenithbank.com and click on self-service tab
2. Select the hardware token unlock/reset tab and provide the required information on the token self-service portal
3. A one-time password (OTP) required to complete the token unlock/reset would be sent to your registered email.
4. Input it and complete the process

What is Zenith bank eToken?

The Zenith bank eToken is a mobile app that you can download on your phone, which you can use to generate one-time password to provide an additional layer of security for your transactions.

The Zenith bank eToken can be used in place of an hardware token, and you can activate it via internet banking or by visiting the nearest zenith bank branch.

How to activate Zenith bank eToken?

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You can activate the Zenith bank eToken via internet banking or visit the nearest zenith bank branch and request for eToken app activation.

Zenith bank customer care

If you require further help, you can always contact the zenith bank customer care via the following channels:

Email: zenithdirect@zenithbank.com

Phone: 234-1-2787000, 0700ZENITHBANK

Facebook: https://facebook.com/Zenithbank

Twitter: https://twitter.com/zenithbank

Instagram: https://instagram.com/zenithbankplc

Summary

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