Security Type Overview
A Security Type is the verification method used to confirm ownership of your AFT account when performing certain operations.
Operations requiring account verification include (but are not limited to):
Change Client Portal password
Recover Client Portal password
Change security type
Change agent (IB)
Withdrawal
Change trading password
Set or modify investor (read-only) password
To safeguard your AFT account, we strongly recommend choosing a convenient security type to reduce the risk of unauthorized access.
Available Security Types
The following table lists available security types, descriptions, and links to switching steps:
A verification code will be sent to your registered email address. This is the default security type. | |
SMS | A verification code will be sent via SMS to your registered mobile number. |
Authenticator App | Requires linking an authenticator app capable of generating verification codes. |
Changing Your Security Type
For complete instructions on switching your security type, please refer to the links in the table above. If visual verification of account ownership is required (e.g., you cannot access your current security method), see Verify your account via video chat.
Note: For three business days after changing your security type, all withdrawals in your Client Portal will be disabled.