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How can I request an activation letter for my photoTAN reader / app?

The activation letter is necessary in order to enable the "photoTAN" reader / app. If you have not received a letter or do not have your activation letter, then you can request it in a number of ways.

In the Corporate Banking Portal - photoTAN activated

  1. Log in to the Corporate Banking Portal.
  2. Select "Profile & Settings" in the upper-right navigation of the Corporate Banking Portal and click on "photoTAN".
  3. Click the "Manage" button in the "photoTAN" line.
  4. Then select "New activation letter".
  5. Select "Approval with photoTAN" and click "Continue".
  6. Approve your order with a photoTAN.

In the Corporate Banking Portal - photoTAN not activated

  1. Log in to the Corporate Banking Portal.
  2. Select "Profile & Settings" in the upper-right navigation of the Corporate Banking Portal and click on "photoTAN".
  3. Click the "Manage" button in the "photoTAN" line.
  4. Then select "New activation letter".
  5. Select "Approval without photoTAN" and click "Continue".
  6. Fill in the form and send the printed version to Commerzbank by post.

In the photoTAN-App

  1. Open your photoTAN-App.
  2. Select "Order Activation Letter".
  3. Enter your credentials.
  4. After the successful login, confirm the order. At the end of the process a confirmation message will displayed.

In the branch

  1. Visit a branch during the opening hours that has a cash and service area.
  2. A member of the team will take care of the application for your new activation letter, this will enable you to use the photoTAN process.

Further Information

  • If you have previously requested a letter and no longer have it, an order directly via the TAN administration is not possible. Alternatively, you can order by telephone or via the branch.
  • When requesting a new activation letter, via the Corporate Banking Portal or in the branch, it will be sent to you by post.
  • Keep your activation letter as you will need it if you want to activate the photoTAN app on a new device.
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