Strengthening Safer Digital Habits in 2026 This year, GCash is celebrating the proactive fight against scams

Adjusting to anything new can be challenging. Building safer digital habits, in particular, takes some time, and that’s okay. GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app, promotes the idea with the long game in mind, helping Filipinos become more protected online one step at a time.

While GCash continues to strengthen its security systems, awareness and caution remain essential to protecting everyday transactions. That is why the brand strives to keep every user informed, empowered, and protected. Last year, GCash was on top of its game in preventing fraud, blocking malicious actors, and protecting millions of users by increasing its scam advisories. The results are compiled in the GCash GSafe Report 2025, proving that online threats are declining because scammers are being stopped at scale. Here are some key figures from the report:

- 27,000+ scam-related posts, accounts, and websites taken down

- 466M+ hacking attempts blocked to protect devices

- 2.2M+ scam-linked wallets closed

This year, GCash builds on the momentum by shifting the focus from responsive awareness to proactive reassurance. From staying on high alert last year, 2026 is all about celebrating every security victory Every failed scam, every suspicious activity reported, deserves recognition to further strengthen the Filipinos’ digital habits. Let’s run down the reasons why 2026 is going to be the Filipinos’ safest yet, online, with GCash.

Here’s One Reason 2026 Will Be Our Safest Year Yet
Building on its commitment to security, GCash is set to introduce an in-app OTP feature designed to add an extra layer of protection. By keeping OTPs securely within the app and accessible only to the user, transactions will soon be approved in just one tap—without the need to switch between apps—making the experience both safer and more seamless.

A Lighter Way to Think about Security
Security doesn’t have to feel heavy or complicated. In fact, the best protection often starts with small, everyday habits—like pausing before sending money, double-checking requests, and understanding how common scams work. GCash continues to share doable, easy-to-follow reminders that fit naturally into daily life. The goal is to instill confidence in users whenever they transact. 

Protection that Works in the Background
While awareness is important, strong security systems matter just as much. GCash continues to evolve and reinforce its platform to keep users protected—even during busy moments when users are most vulnerable.

Reality Check: Scams can Still Happen—but We’re Better Prepared 
Scammers adapt, but so does GCash’s security system. While risks haven’t disappeared completely, today’s users are better equipped than ever—thanks to improved systems and clearer information. Students, employees, parents, and online sellers all share one thing in common: safer habits make a real difference. While GCash continues to enhance its security systems, users remain a vital part of the equation. By combining strengthened protections with informed, alert behavior, everyday transactions stay safer for everyone.

By starting 2026 with better digital habits, staying alert, understanding risks, and using available protections, users help shape a safer online community. By empowering everyone and continuously improving security, 2026 becomes a year of better habits, better protection, and a more GSafe Philippines.

Dahil sa #WalangTigilnaProteksyon ng GCash, siguradong #GSafeTayo. Learn more about GCash by visiting www.gcash.com.

About GCash

GCash is the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and Largest Cashless Ecosystem. Through the GCash App, users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills via partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 6 million partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. Its mobile wallet operations are handled by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines.

GCash is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively