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Device Swap

Detect anomalous SIM exchange events that may signal account-takeover fraud — through a single standardised interface across carriers.

Benefit

The integration of this API helps in the fight against fraud related to anomalous SIM exchange events, which may indicate a risk of account takeover fraud. This enables tighter security in account creation processes, user authentication and offers a better user experience.

In addition, Device Swap's Unified API Access feature guarantees you access to the network capabilities of different carriers through a single, standardised interface.

Variants

Device Swap comes in two variants — pick the one that fits how you want to consume the signal:

Device Swap RetrieveAd-hoc check of a Device Swap status — query a number on demand when you need the signal.View API reference →Device Swap SubscriptionNotification on Device Swap events across your userbase — get alerted when a swap occurs rather than polling.View API reference →

Use cases

  • Fraud prevention in banking — a bank may query the API when a transaction appears suspicious. The Device Swap information feeds into the bank's risk decision engine and security measures are applied accordingly. An accumulation of Device Swap notifications may also help banks detect fraud scenarios in advance.
  • Fraud prevention for password reset (e-commerce, social networks, and more) — password reset is often protected via mobile verification such as an OTP SMS. The service provider can query Device Swap to secure that step: a recent swap may indicate account-takeover risk, and security measures can be adapted accordingly.
  • Prevention of fraudulent activities — detect and prevent unauthorized Device Swap attempts, a common method in account-takeover fraud, adding a layer of security for sensitive transactions and account access.
  • Improved trust and user confidence — safeguarding accounts against Device Swap fraud builds customer trust, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty while reducing service abandonment driven by security concerns.
  • Enhanced security for user accounts — verify the mobile line hasn't been compromised so only legitimate users can access accounts or authorize transactions, reducing unauthorized access for users and businesses alike.
  • Seamless integration for risk management — easily integrate into existing systems for real-time insight into SIM changes, enabling proactive responses to suspicious activity without disrupting the user experience.