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Jesse D

1 reviews | Active since Feb 2025

10 Feb 2025, 13:08

Extremely Disappointed with Discovery Bank’s ***** Resolution Process

I am absolutely appalled by the level of service I have received from Discovery Bank regarding a ***** case on my account. Despite taking all reasonable measures to protect my account, Discovery Bank’s handling of the situation has been both unprofessional and deeply frustrating. Here are the key issues I have faced: 1. *****ulent Transactions Were Not Flagged: On the 19th and 20th of December, over R13,200 was *****ulently taken from my account without my knowledge or consent. Discovery Bank’s ***** prevention systems failed entirely—no PIN verification, no notifications, and no alerts. 2. Transactions After Card Was Paused: Shockingly, some of the *****ulent transactions occurred after I paused my card on the Discovery app. How is this even possible? 3. Delayed and Poor Communication: After my case was closed after 3 weeks of no communication and it was decided I would not get refunded my money, I submitted a formal complaint and have only now found out because I called them multiple times that it was declined on the 17th of January, without any communication to inform me. The only email response I received was an email on the 22nd of January stating that my case would be investigated. This is a complete lack of transparency and respect for customer concerns. 4. Failure to Uphold ***** Policies: Discovery Bank promises robust ***** prevention measures and fair resolution processes, but my experience has proven otherwise. They have done nothing to ensure that I am not penalized for *****ulent activities. This situation has caused significant distress and inconvenience, and Discovery Bank has failed to take responsibility for these unauthorized transactions. As a customer, I expect my bank to prioritize security and transparency, but Discovery has let me down at every step. I would caution anyone considering Discovery Bank to think twice if they value competent ***** prevention and professional service.

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Discovery Bank
Discovery Bank's reply10 Feb 2025, 13:22
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Hi Jesse 🙂

I apologize for the experience that you have had with us.

I will be looking into this for you, and provide you with feedback as soon as possible.

Kind regards
Nkhensani
JD
Jesse D's update12 Feb 2025, 21:37
Reviewer Update
Yes my case was declined as I stated in the above message, but none of my questions have been answered. No one has explained how the money was able to leave my account without verification or a pin, or how money was taken after my card was paused. Until I get answers to these questions I will not stop calling, emailing and doing what I can to understand this situation. I have been passed from person to person! There has been a complete lack of professionalism!