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Frequently Asked Questions

 

General

1. What are the main features of CIMB  Mobile App?

The CIMB  Mobile App provides a simpler, faster and more seamless experience for your everyday banking transactions:

  • A simple, intuitive interface with easy navigation via the bottom menu bar and quick shortcuts.
  • Quick access for your account balances and transaction history.
  • Fewer steps when making transfers and payments.

 

It's only the first step. We will continue to seek your feedback to better understand the features and improvements you would like to see.


2. Will I need to set up Face ID, Touch ID, Biometric ID, and Digital Token when I update to the new CIMB  Mobile App?

Biometric ID and the Digital Token will be transferred automatically. Users will only need to set them up again if they delete and reinstall the app.

 

3. Why can’t I use my digital token immediately?

To help protect you and other customers from phishing scams, a 12-hour cooling-off period will apply. This is one of the security measures introduced by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Association of Banks in Singapore(ABS). During the cooling-off period, you may continue to log in and perform banking transactions using an SMS One-Time Password (OTP) or a physical security token, if you have one.

 

4. Can I use my physical token security device after I set up digital token?

Your physical security device will be disabled once the Digital Token is activated. Your physical security device will remain usable during the 12-hour cooling-off period after you set up the Digital Token.

 

5. Are there any charges for CIMB  Mobile App?

No. It’s free of charge. However, fees may apply to certain banking services, such as telegraphic transfers and cashier’s order.

 

6. How many devices can I use CIMB  Mobile App?

You may use the CIMB  Mobile App on multiple devices. However, for security purposes, Face ID, Touch ID, Biometric ID, and the Digital Token can only be set up on a device, the settings on your previous device will be removed.

 

7. What should I do if I forgot my username or password?

Instantly retrieve your username or reset your password using Singpass Face Verification, or your ATM/Credit Card and PIN, for a safer and more convenient experience. Do ensure your mobile number is registered with CIMB before you start.

 

Alternatively, retrieve your username or reset your password with an activation code. Contact our call centre at (+65) 6333 7777 (9am to 7pm Monday to Sunday) to request an activation code.

 

8. What should I do if I have too many invalid logins?

The security of your account is important to us. After three unsuccessful login attempts, your access to the CIMB Mobile App will be locked to protect your account from unauthorised access. Your access will also be locked after three unsuccessful attempts to enter a One-Time Password (OTP) received via SMS or generated by your security token.

 

9. Why am I seeing “We detected potentially unauthorised screen sharing on your device” when I use CIMB  Mobile App?

You may unknowingly be sharing your mobile screen with scammers, potentially allowing them to take control of your device and compromise your banking information.

 

To help protect you, access to the CIMB Mobile App will be restricted when screen sharing or screen mirroring is detected, and you will be prompted accordingly. While this security measure may cause some inconvenience, it is necessary to help keep your digital banking transactions secure.

 

10. Why am I seeing “We detected app(s) that may be unsafe to CIMB OCTO”?

Your device may be rooted rooted or contain potentially harmful sideloaded apps with malware that you may have installed unknowingly. Access to the CIMB Mobile App will be restricted if your device is compromised or if any installed apps have risky permission settings. The affected app names will be displayed so that you can take the necessary action. Please seek assistance from your device manufacturer and immediately disable your access to the CIMB Mobile App and Online Banking.

 

11. What should I do if I have a suspicion that my account is compromised or scammed?

Immediately disable access to the CIMB Mobile App and CIMB Online Banking using the Stop Loss from Scam feature. This feature is available on the CIMB Mobile App and CIMB Online Banking via Singpass login, or with your ATM or credit card and PIN.

 

Call us immediately at +65 6333 6666, available 24 hours a day, and lodge a police report. We will guide you through the next steps.

 

12. I have more questions on the features on CIMB Mobile App.

You can find more questions and answers here.

 

Login | Security | Digital Token

 

1. What is digital token?

Enjoy greater security without compromising on convenience. Think of the Digital Token as a digital version of your physical security device.

When you use the Digital Token, a One-Time Password (OTP) is verified securely in the background, so you do not need to enter an OTP when logging in or performing low-risk transactions. A six-digit Digital Token PIN is still required to authorise high-risk transactions, such as transferring a large sum of money or adding a new payee.

 

Never share your OTP or PIN with anyone. 

 

2. How do I set up for digital token?

Before logging in, tap the Digital Token icon on the bottom navigation bar. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete a simple one-time setup using an SMS One-Time Password (OTP). Please ensure that your latest mobile number is registered with CIMB to receive the SMS OTP. For assistance, call CIMB At-Your-Service at +65 6333 7777.

 

Alternatively, if you have a physical token security device, you can log in to CIMB Mobile App  to update your contact number: Apply & Services > Update Personal Particulars 

 

3. Why can’t I use my digital token immediately?

A 12-hour cooling-off period is in place to protect you and other customers from phishing scams. This is one of the security measures introduced by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS).

 

During the cooling-off period, you can continue to log in and perform banking transactions using an SMS One-Time Password (OTP) or your physical security device, if you have one. 

 

4. Can I use my physical token security device after I set up digital token?

Your physical security device will be disabled once the Digital Token is activated. However, it will remain usable during the 12-hour cooling-off period after you set up the Digital Token. 

 

5. What can I do if I cannot set up/ log in with digital token?

The Digital Token is supported on devices running iOS 15.0 or later, or Android 10.0 or later. Your device’s date and time settings must be set to Automatic, and push notifications must be enabled for the CIMB Mobile App.

 

Huawei devices launched after May 2019 are not supported. You may continue to use an SMS OTP or your physical security device to log in. For assistance, call CIMB At-Your-Service at +65 6333 7777. 

 

6. Why do I need to create a digital token PIN?

Your Digital Token PIN protects your Digital Token from unauthorised access. It is required to authorise high-risk transactions on the CIMB Mobile App or CIMB Online Banking. 

 

7. What should I do if I didn’t receive Push Notification when I log in CIMB Online Banking or perform high-risk transaction?

You can authenticate your CIMB Online Banking login and high-risk transactions by tapping Digital Token to review and approve the request. 

 

8. I forgot my digital token PIN. What should I do?

Disable the Digital Token on your device and set it up again. Log in to the CIMB  Mobile App and select Services from the bottom navigation bar. For security reasons, the Digital Token will be disabled automatically after three unsuccessful attempts. 

 

9. How do I change my digital token PIN?

Log in to the CIMB Mobile App and select Apply & Services from the bottom navigation bar to change your Digital Token PIN. 

 

10. What if I lose my mobile device?

Stay calm and call CIMB At-Your-Service at +65 6333 7777. We’ll immediately disable your access to CIMB Mobile App and Online Banking, to stop unauthorised transactions.

 

11. What if I switch or upgrade my mobile device?

Download the CIMB Mobile App on your new device and set up the Digital Token again. Once it is set up, the Digital Token on your previous device will be removed automatically. 

 

12. What should I do if I change my mobile number?

You can still use your digital token with the same mobile device. However, ensure that you update your latest mobile number with us. You can update your number via CIMB Mobile App: Apply & Services > Update Personal Particulars.

 

13. I have multiple mobile devices. Can I use digital token on more than one device?

You can only set up digital token on one device at a time. Upon setting up the digital token on a new device, the digital token in your previous device will be removed.

 

14. How can I change my username?

You cannot change the username. If you have forgotten it, you can instantly retrieve your username  with Singpass Face Verification or ATM/Credit Card and PIN for a safer and more convenient experience. Please ensure your mobile number is registered with CIMB before you begin. 

 

Alternatively,retrieve your username with an activation code. Contact our call centre at (+65) 6333 7777 (9am to 7pm Monday to Sunday) to request for an activation code.

 

15. How can I change my password?

Instantly reset your password with Singpass Face Verification or ATM/Credit Card and PIN, which is safer and more convenient than before. Do ensure your mobile number is registered with CIMB before you start.

 

Alternatively, reset your password with an activation code. Contact our call centre at (+65) 6333 7777 (9am to 7pm Monday to Sunday) to request for an activation code.

 

16. Can I use Face ID/ Touch ID/ Biometric ID to login?

Tap the Face ID, Touch ID or Biometric ID icon beside the Log In button. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete a simple one-time setup using an SMS One-Time Password (OTP). Please ensure that your latest mobile number is registered with the bank to receive the SMS OTP.

 

If you do not see the Face ID, Touch ID or Biometric ID icon, ensure that you have granted the CIMB Mobile App permission to access the relevant settings on your device.

Pay | Transfer

 

1. What is SG to MY Transfer?

SG to MY Transfer allows you to transfer money instantly to your linked CIMB Malaysia Account, or any CIMB Malaysia Account – even on weekends and public holiday. Zero fees and charges and we’ll even credit you the difference should you ever find something better. You can find more details here.

 

2. How can I link my CIMB Malaysia Account?

You can link your CIMB Malaysia Account via CIMB Mobile App (SG to MY > Link Your CIMB Malaysia Account(s)). Your request will be processed within 3 working days and an SMS will be sent to you upon approval. Once linked, you will be able to view your CIMB Malaysia accounts on CIMB Mobile App and Online Banking.

 

3. Can I transfer money from my account to a 3rd Party CIMB Malaysia Account?

You can now send money to any individually owned CIMB Malaysia account.

 

Your most recent transfer will appear under Recent Recipients, making it easier to transfer to the same recipient again. You can also save the recipient as a Favourite if you transfer to them frequently. For added security, transaction signing is required for every high-risk transfer. 

 

4. What is PayNow?

PayNow allows you to send and receive money using your mobile number or Singapore NRIC/FIN. 

 

5. How do I receive money from PayNow?

Before logging in, tap the PayNow icon on the bottom navigation bar and follow the on-screen instructions to log in. Then, tap the Profile icon at the top left. Link your CIMB account to either your mobile number or NRIC/FIN. If your mobile number or NRIC/FIN is already registered for PayNow with another bank, you must deregister it from that bank first. 

 

6. How do I send money with PayNow?

Tap on the PayNow icon on the bottom navigation before logging in. Follow the on-screen instructions to login. Select a favourite recipient or make a transfer using Mobile Number, NRIC/FIN, UEN or VPA. You don’t need to register PayNow to send money. You can also save a recipient as a favourite if you transfer money to them frequently.

 

7. What happens when I close my account that has been registered for PayNow?

PayNow for that account will be deregistered.

 

8. What is Scan & Pay?

Scan & Pay allows you to pay and receive money using SGQR and NETS QR codes.

 

9. How do I pay to a shop/ friend using QR code?

Before logging in, tap the Scan & Pay icon on the bottom navigation bar. Follow the on-screen instructions to log in, then scan the QR code. Alternatively, you can upload an image of the QR code.

 

10. How do I receive money through my QR code?

You must first register your mobile number with CIMB before you can generate a PayNow QR code. To start receiving money, go to Scan & Pay, tap My QR, and share your QR code with the sender.

 

11. I exceed my daily transfer limit for my transfer. What can I do?

You can change your daily Pay & Transfer Limit at any time through the CIMB Mobile App or Online Banking. For added security, a 12-hour cooling-off period will apply. Please ensure that you have set up your Digital Token or have a physical security device available for transaction signing.

 

12. What is the daily Pay & Transfer Limits?

You can adjust your Pay & Transfers Limit in the CIMB Mobile App at any time, either above or below the default limit of S$3,000.

OCTO by CIMB SG

From 25 July 2026, CIMB Clicks will be renamed OCTO by CIMB SG, with a refreshed look that reflects our commitment to a smarter, more intuitive and seamless digital banking experience.

 

You can continue using the app as usual. No action is required from you at this point.

 

If automatic app update is enabled on your phone, the new app name and design will be downloaded automatically. Otherwise, you may go to the App Store or Google Play Store after 25 July 2026 and tap “Update”.

 

As we make this transition, some materials may still show ‘CIMB Clicks’ while we progressively update them.

 

1. Is OCTO a new app? Do I need to download a new app?
No, OCTO is not a new app. It is the new name and refreshed look for the CIMB Clicks app. You can continue using the same app as usual.

 

2. Are there any actions required from me? Do I need to update the app?
No action is required from you at this point. If you have enabled automatic app updates on your phone, the app will be updated automatically. Otherwise, you may visit the App Store or Google Play Store after 25 July 2026 and tap “Update”.

 

3. Why does my app still show the old name or design?
If you have enabled automatic app update on your phone, the app will be updated automatically. Otherwise, you may visit the App Store or Google Play Store after 25 July 2026 and tap “Update” to see the new app name and design.

 

4. Will there be any disruption to the app service?
No, the app service will continue to operate as usual. You may continue to access and use the app as per normal.

 

5. Will my account information, login details, fees, charges or terms and conditions change?

No, your CIMB account information, login credentials, the fees, charges and terms and conditions remain unchanged.

 

6. Is OCTO by CIMB SG safe to use?
Yes. OCTO by CIMB SG is the new name and refreshed look of the CIMB Clicks app. You should continue to access the app only through the official App Store or Google Play Store. Do not download the app from unofficial websites, links or messages. 

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