How to register for the Barclays app
Step-by-step instructions to get set up
Once you’ve downloaded the Barclays app, you need to register for it. You can do this using an activation code or PINsentry.
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You can get an activation code by calling us on +44 (0) 207 574 30011. The code can only be used once and is valid for 24 hours. If you don’t use it during that time, you’ll need to call for another code.
Step 1
- Open the app
- Create a five-digit passcode. You’ll need to enter it every time you use the app
- Confirm the number by entering the passcode again
Step 2
- Select ‘Enter an activation code'
- On the ‘Verify your details’ screen, enter your eight-digit activation code
Step 3
- Enter and confirm the mobile number
- Check the details you’ve entered are correct
- Carefully read through the terms and conditions
Step 4
- To link your mobile to the app, we’ll send you a text message with a six-digit code
- Enter the six-digit code
- Tap ‘Verify’ to continue
Step 5
- We’ll confirm that your registration is complete
- Tap ‘Continue’ to start using the app
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Step 1
- Open the app
- Create a five-digit passcode. You’ll need to enter it every time you use the app
- Confirm the number by entering the passcode again
Step 2
- On the ‘Your details’ screen, select ‘Enter your bank account details’ and then tap ‘Continue’
- Select ‘PINsentry card reader’ from the options displayed
Step 3
- Enter and confirm your mobile number
- Enter your account details and your name
- Carefully read through the terms and conditions
Step 4
- To link your mobile to the app, we’ll send you a text message with a six-digit code
- Enter the six-digit code
- Tap ‘Verify’ to continue
Step 5
- On the ‘Verifying account’ screen, select ‘PINsentry’
- Enter the last four digits from the long number on your debit card
- Slide your debit card into the PINsentry card reader and press the ‘Respond’ key
- Type in your PIN and press ‘Enter’
- The card reader will display an eight-digit code – enter this into the app and tap ‘Verify’
Step 6
- We’ll confirm that your registration is complete
- Tap ‘Continue’ to start using the app
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