HotminiDrama asked for my IBAN details, how can I secure my account?

If HotminiDrama asked for your IBAN details, you should secure your financial accounts quickly, especially if the app already seems suspicious or has delayed payments.

Monitor your bank account closely;

• Check for:
– Unauthorized transfers
– Small test transactions
– Unknown payment requests

• Enable instant transaction notifications in your banking app.

Contact your bank if you feel unsafe;

• Explain that you shared your IBAN with a potentially risky app.
• Ask whether they can:
– Monitor suspicious activity
– Restrict unauthorized direct debits
– Add extra account security

In many countries, an IBAN alone usually cannot withdraw money directly, but it can still be misused for scams or fake payment requests. (wise.com)

Never share additional sensitive information;

• Do NOT send:
– Banking passwords
– SMS verification codes
– Identity photos
– Card CVV numbers

• Be careful of fake “verification” messages after sharing your IBAN.

Change passwords connected to the app;

• Update:
– Email password
– Payment app passwords
– Banking passwords if reused elsewhere

These are key methods that we can offer. If you have more, please share.