1. What is the difference between Online, Mobile App and USSD Cellphone banking?
- Online banking (also known as Internet banking) is when you access and transact on your account via an Internet browser, using your desktop or laptop computer.
- Mobile App banking is when you access and transact on your account using an application (either through Google Play or Apple Store) that you’ve downloaded on your smartphone. Mobile App banking uses data.
- Cellphone banking (also known as USSD banking) is when you access and transact on your account by dialing a USSD code and then following the menu prompts. Cellphone banking uses airtime.
2. Why do I need to biometrically activate Online and Mobile App banking?
Using your fingerprint to activate your Online, Mobile App and USSD cellphone banking ensures that no fraud can take place on your account. Only you can decide to use the functionality to access and transact on your account.
3. Where can I activate Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking?
At enrolment you will be asked if you would like to activate Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking. If you do not activate it at enrolment, you can visit any EasyPay Everywhere branch or a EasyPay ATM to activate it later.
4. How do I activate Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking at an EasyPay ATM?
- To activate Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking, you must take your EasyPay Everywhere card and mobile device with your registered mobile number to an EasyPay ATM.
- At the EasyPay ATM you will be asked to key in your mobile number and a One-Time PIN will be sent to your registered mobile number, which you must then enter into the ATM to verify that you would like to activate Online/Mobile App/USSD Cellphone banking.
- Once complete, you will receive a receipt confirming that Online/Mobile App/USSD Cellphone banking activation has been successfully completed.
5. How do I register for Online banking once I have biometrically activated it?
Once you have successfully activated Online banking, you can follow these easy steps to register and log in:
- Go to https://www.epe-online.co.za/
- Select Register
- Enter your ID Number, 16-digit EasyPay Everywhere card number, EasyPay Everywhere card PIN and your email address.
- Enter the OTP number sent via SMS to your registered mobile number.
- Create a username and password and agree to the EasyPay Everywhere terms and conditions.
- You are done and can now log onto Online banking.
NB: You only need to register on either the online banking or the mobile app. You do not need to register on both. Once you have registered on the app you will be able to login into the app using the same login details and vice versa.
6. How do I register for Mobile App banking once I have biometrically activated it?
Once you have successfully activated Mobile App banking, you can follow these easy steps to register and log in:
- Download the EasyPay Everywhere Banking app from your app store.
- Open the app and select Register.
- Enter your ID Number, 16-digit EasyPay Everywhere card number, card pin and your email address.
- Enter the OTP number sent via SMS to your registered mobile number.
- Create a username and password and agree to the EasyPay Everywhere terms and conditions.
- You are done and can now log into your mobile banking app.
NB: You only need to register on either the online banking or the mobile app. You do not need to register on both. Once you have registered on the app you will be able to login into the app using the same login details and vice versa.
7. How do I register for USSD Cellphone banking once I have biometrically activated it?
Once you have successfully activated USSD Cellphone banking, you are automatically registered. Follow these easy steps to log in:
- Dial the USSD code *120*3737# from your registered mobile number.
- Enter your EasyPay Everywhere card PIN
- Follow the prompts.
8. How do I deregister Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking?
You can deregister from Online, Mobile App and/or USSD Cellphone banking by using one of these channels:
- At any EasyPay Everywhere branch
- At any EasyPay ATM
- Using the Deregister option on your Online banking.
- Using the Deregister option on your Mobile banking app.
- Using the Deregister option on your Cellphone (USSD) banking.
- Call the EasyPay Everywhere contact centre to deregister: 0860 994 162.
9. What happens if I forget my password or username?
- If you have forgotten your password or username, simply open your Online banking select ‘Forgot password’ or ‘Forgot username’ from the login page.
- You will be prompted to re-enter your ID Number, 16-digit EasyPay Everywhere card number, card PIN and your email address.
- An OTP (“One-Time PIN”) will be sent to your registered mobile number, and you will be able to reset your username and password.
- Please note, you will only be able to change your password using the EasyPay Everywhere Banking App.