Has Your Bank Account Been Hacked? 5 Things to Check

However, the internet age has not always been rosy; it has also brought with it a slew of horrors, the most notable of which is internet crime.

In Kenya, for example, internet fraud is common, and stories of people losing money to con artists abound.

Bank account hacking is one of the most common types of internet fraud, and it can take many forms, from SIM swapping to online attacks by hackers.

Security and networks are just the virtual bricks, padlocks, and vaults that keep your money safe and when they broken or bypassed, your savings and earnings are gone in the wind. 

So how can you tell that your bank account has been hacked? 

For starters, being aware of what is going on with your finances and the common tricks that fraudsters use to gain access to your account is beneficial.

Purchases that are unusual. Observing unusual activity could be the first sign that a hacker has gained access to your account. Keep an eye out for transactions made in places you haven't been.

Unusual transactions. Occasionally, you'll come across small but unfamiliar purchases. Thieves do this all the time to see if your card works before making bigger ones.

Login has been disabled. If a hacker tries your password too many times or accesses your account from an unfamiliar location, your account may lock you out.

Your bank has contacted you. If your account has been hacked, your bank may contact you to inform you of the breach. It's critical, however, that you don't give the caller any personal information.

Account that has been closed or emptied In the most extreme cases, your bank account may have been emptied or closed entirely.

Card refused If your account is compromised, your bank may empty your account or freeze your card, resulting in declined transactions.