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Why do I have to authenticate myself for a second time, for example, when trying to update my personal details or view my PIN?

This is an extra layer of security that helps us keep your account secure. It’s being introduced as part of new EU legislation, the revised Payment Services Directive, which requires you to make additional checks for online transactions, high fraud risk activities and online servicing. The additional check is to make doubly sure it’s you.