It’s “Goodbye text, hello app inbox” for GCash. From now on, GCash notifications will be received in the app inbox instead of text message inbox.

According to the company, this moving the GCash notifications to the app inbox will improve security and provide customers with easier access to their transaction history.

“GCash has been relentless in protecting the funds and personal data of our customers. Migrating the transaction confirmation messages from text messages to the app inbox will help ensure users are only getting legitimate messages regarding their GCash transactions,” said Ingrid Rose Ann Beroña, Chief Risk Officer of GCash. “Aside from improving security, we hope this move makes the experience of GCash users more seamless and convenient as we strive to make their everyday lives better.”

The company has already started sending text advisories to its customers about the transition.

The move to the app inbox begins in September starting with the transaction confirmation messages of the “Pay Bills” feature, followed by messages for the “Send Money” and “Buy Load” services. These will instantly be accessible in the GCash app inbox and will also be shown on the “Activity” button which has the transaction history.

So, remember: GCash will NEVER send you a personal message to address concerns and will never ask for your personal information especially the MPIN and One-time Pin (OTP).