The OP explained that they had changed their PayNow display name to initials after realising how easily someone could obtain a person\u2019s full name.<\/p>\n
How many of you have not changed your Paynow name and is still using the default (i.e., your real full name)?<\/a> \u201cRealised that with your mobile number, anyone could enter it in any bank\u2019s PayNow system and see your full name,\u201d the OP wrote.<\/p>\n The Redditor also added that this is one of the simplest ways scammers can find out your name using just your mobile number.<\/p>\n OP shares steps to change PayNow names<\/p>\n The post quickly gained traction online, drawing nearly 8,000 views within 20 minutes.<\/p>\n \u201cI really hope that 7,900 more people in Singapore became aware of it,\u201d the OP wrote in an edit.<\/p>\n \u201cHope that my little bit of PSA helped at least someone who could have possibly been scammed through this.\u201d<\/p>\n Source: DBS PayNow<\/p>\n The Redditor also shared the steps for changing PayNow display names for several major banks in Singapore.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n For example, DBS or POSB users can change their PayNow name by navigating to \u201cPay & Transfer\u201d, selecting \u201cPayNow\u201d, then \u201cPayNow Profile\u201d before editing their details.<\/p>\n Netizens appreciate OP for PSA<\/p>\n The post resonated with many, with one user immediately changing their display name after reading the advice and thanking the OP.<\/p>\n Source: Reddit<\/p>\n One Redditor urged others to change their PayNow names to their intials to \u201ccombat scammers\u201d.<\/p>\n Source: Reddit<\/p>\n A commenter updated that their PayNow name is now \u201cpunchi monkey\u201d.<\/p>\n Source: Reddit<\/p>\n Others suggested using names that are harder for scammers to guess but still recognisable to friends.<\/p>\n Source: Reddit<\/p>\n OP pleased to make an impact<\/p>\n In response to MS News queries, the OP, who wished to remain anonymous, said they started the post because they noticed that people around them were still using their default names for PayNow.<\/p>\n As such, they thought that maybe they could do a little PSA to help combat scams.<\/p>\n \u201cI know that it\u2019s a drop in the ocean of social engineering, but at least I made an impact, no matter how small,\u201d the OP shared.<\/p>\n They revealed that they changed their own PayNow nickname years ago after learning about the potential security vulnerability.<\/p>\n When asked how they felt about their post going viral, the OP said: \u201cHappy for sure! I\u2019ve been encouraging everyone to spread the word to their friends and family.\u201d<\/p>\n Also read: \u20188 hours of sleep each day\u2019: S\u2019poreans share perks & look at \u2018bright side of unemployment\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n
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