In a recent update, Safaricom has updated the mySafaricom App today to include a new and interesting security feature. Fingerprint recognition.

mySafaricom App Gets a Fingerprint Update

mySafaricom App Fingerprint

To get this feature:

1. Head over to the PlayStore and update the App
2. You will get a page asking you to enable the feature
3. Click enable twice
4. Place your finger on the sensor
5. Click OK and You’re done
6. NB: Anyone who has a fingerprint registered on the phone will be able to use it

Now any time you open the app, you will have to use your fingerprint to continue using the app.

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Aside from the fingerprint recognition feature, here are some other features you might not know of:

• Get free 500 MBs for first-time mySafaricom app users.
• You can log in to the app via a Wi-Fi connection. However, you need to have an Android device that runs Android 9 Pie or under.
• Share M-PESA messages without showing your balance to the recipient of a payment. I really like this feature.
• Scan a scratch card instead of dialling the numbers directly to top up. No need to tire your nails or your fingers.
• Manage your bills
• Check your post-pay balances.
•  Redeem Bonga Points from within the app