Banking on Public Wi-Fi

Whether it's safe to check your bank on hotel or cafe Wi-Fi, and how apps compare to the browser.

  1. 01

    Is it safe to log into bank on hotel Wi-Fi?

    Usually yes, if you use your bank's official app or type the bank's address yourself and see the HTTPS lock.
  2. 02

    Are banking apps safe on public WiFi?

    Yes, a bank's official app from the App Store or Google Play is generally safe on public Wi-Fi, and often safer than logging in through a browser.