Notification preferences
Last updated: 19 Jan 2026
Overview
Fynbos sends notifications to keep you updated on your accounts, investments, and important activity. You control which notifications you receive and when they're delivered.
Two channels: Receive notifications via WhatsApp (primary) and email
Category control: Enable or disable specific notification types
Scheduled delivery: Set quiet hours to receive notifications only when convenient
WhatsApp is your default notification channel. Important updates that don't fall into specific categories are sent via WhatsApp.
Notification channels
Fynbos supports two notification channels, each configured separately.
Channel | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
Messages sent to your registered mobile number | Instant alerts, transaction confirmations | |
Messages sent to your verified email address | Documents, detailed reports, marketing |
You can enable or disable each channel independently. Even with email notifications disabled, you'll still receive WhatsApp messages for critical account updates.
Accessing notification settings
You can manage notification preferences for WhatsApp and email from the Settings page.
Tap the Settings icon in the navigation menu
Under the notifications section, tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
The settings page shows the current status for each channel, indicating whether notifications are enabled or paused.
Enabling or disabling a notification channel
You can turn an entire notification channel on or off with a single toggle.
Navigate to Settings and tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
At the top of the page, locate the Enable notifications toggle
Tap the toggle to enable or disable notifications for this channel
When disabled, you won't receive any notifications through that channel. WhatsApp notifications show your registered phone number beneath the toggle. Email notifications show your verified email address with an option to update it.
Important: For email notifications, you must verify your email address before you can enable them. Tap your email address to update or verify it.
Notification categories
Notifications are organised into categories. You can enable or disable each category independently while keeping the overall channel enabled.
General notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
Debit order | Advanced warning before your debit order runs |
Money available | Alerts when you have uninvested cash that needs attention |
Investments | Updates whenever an investment transaction occurs |
Referrals | Notifications when someone signs up using your referral |
Documents | Alerts when new statements or documents are ready |
Marketing notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
New features | Updates when Fynbos releases new functionality |
Customer research | Invitations to provide feedback on future features |
Getting started | Helpful tips as you begin your savings journey |
Changing category preferences
Customise which notification types you receive within each channel.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Scroll to General notifications or Marketing notifications
Locate the category you want to change
Tap the toggle next to the category to enable or disable it
Category toggles are disabled when the entire notification channel is turned off. Enable the channel first to adjust individual categories.
Setting up a notification schedule
Use the schedule feature to control when notifications are delivered. This prevents messages from arriving during times you don't want to be disturbed.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Locate the Schedule card
Tap the toggle to enable scheduling
Select which days of the week to receive notifications by tapping the day buttons (M, T, W, T, F, S, S)
Set your preferred From time using the time picker
Set your preferred To time using the time picker
Tap Save to apply your schedule
Notifications sent outside your scheduled hours are held and delivered when your scheduled window opens.
Schedule examples
Here are common scheduling patterns:
Use case | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
Work hours only | Monday to Friday | 09:00 to 17:00 |
Evenings only | All days | 18:00 to 22:00 |
Weekday mornings | Monday to Friday | 07:00 to 09:00 |
Set your schedule based on when you're most likely to action notifications. You can disable the schedule at any time by toggling it off.
Overview
Fynbos sends notifications to keep you updated on your accounts, investments, and important activity. You control which notifications you receive and when they're delivered.
Two channels: Receive notifications via WhatsApp (primary) and email
Category control: Enable or disable specific notification types
Scheduled delivery: Set quiet hours to receive notifications only when convenient
WhatsApp is your default notification channel. Important updates that don't fall into specific categories are sent via WhatsApp.
Notification channels
Fynbos supports two notification channels, each configured separately.
Channel | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
Messages sent to your registered mobile number | Instant alerts, transaction confirmations | |
Messages sent to your verified email address | Documents, detailed reports, marketing |
You can enable or disable each channel independently. Even with email notifications disabled, you'll still receive WhatsApp messages for critical account updates.
Accessing notification settings
You can manage notification preferences for WhatsApp and email from the Settings page.
Tap the Settings icon in the navigation menu
Under the notifications section, tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
The settings page shows the current status for each channel, indicating whether notifications are enabled or paused.
Enabling or disabling a notification channel
You can turn an entire notification channel on or off with a single toggle.
Navigate to Settings and tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
At the top of the page, locate the Enable notifications toggle
Tap the toggle to enable or disable notifications for this channel
When disabled, you won't receive any notifications through that channel. WhatsApp notifications show your registered phone number beneath the toggle. Email notifications show your verified email address with an option to update it.
Important: For email notifications, you must verify your email address before you can enable them. Tap your email address to update or verify it.
Notification categories
Notifications are organised into categories. You can enable or disable each category independently while keeping the overall channel enabled.
General notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
Debit order | Advanced warning before your debit order runs |
Money available | Alerts when you have uninvested cash that needs attention |
Investments | Updates whenever an investment transaction occurs |
Referrals | Notifications when someone signs up using your referral |
Documents | Alerts when new statements or documents are ready |
Marketing notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
New features | Updates when Fynbos releases new functionality |
Customer research | Invitations to provide feedback on future features |
Getting started | Helpful tips as you begin your savings journey |
Changing category preferences
Customise which notification types you receive within each channel.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Scroll to General notifications or Marketing notifications
Locate the category you want to change
Tap the toggle next to the category to enable or disable it
Category toggles are disabled when the entire notification channel is turned off. Enable the channel first to adjust individual categories.
Setting up a notification schedule
Use the schedule feature to control when notifications are delivered. This prevents messages from arriving during times you don't want to be disturbed.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Locate the Schedule card
Tap the toggle to enable scheduling
Select which days of the week to receive notifications by tapping the day buttons (M, T, W, T, F, S, S)
Set your preferred From time using the time picker
Set your preferred To time using the time picker
Tap Save to apply your schedule
Notifications sent outside your scheduled hours are held and delivered when your scheduled window opens.
Schedule examples
Here are common scheduling patterns:
Use case | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
Work hours only | Monday to Friday | 09:00 to 17:00 |
Evenings only | All days | 18:00 to 22:00 |
Weekday mornings | Monday to Friday | 07:00 to 09:00 |
Set your schedule based on when you're most likely to action notifications. You can disable the schedule at any time by toggling it off.
Overview
Fynbos sends notifications to keep you updated on your accounts, investments, and important activity. You control which notifications you receive and when they're delivered.
Two channels: Receive notifications via WhatsApp (primary) and email
Category control: Enable or disable specific notification types
Scheduled delivery: Set quiet hours to receive notifications only when convenient
WhatsApp is your default notification channel. Important updates that don't fall into specific categories are sent via WhatsApp.
Notification channels
Fynbos supports two notification channels, each configured separately.
Channel | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
Messages sent to your registered mobile number | Instant alerts, transaction confirmations | |
Messages sent to your verified email address | Documents, detailed reports, marketing |
You can enable or disable each channel independently. Even with email notifications disabled, you'll still receive WhatsApp messages for critical account updates.
Accessing notification settings
You can manage notification preferences for WhatsApp and email from the Settings page.
Tap the Settings icon in the navigation menu
Under the notifications section, tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
The settings page shows the current status for each channel, indicating whether notifications are enabled or paused.
Enabling or disabling a notification channel
You can turn an entire notification channel on or off with a single toggle.
Navigate to Settings and tap WhatsApp notifications or Email notifications
At the top of the page, locate the Enable notifications toggle
Tap the toggle to enable or disable notifications for this channel
When disabled, you won't receive any notifications through that channel. WhatsApp notifications show your registered phone number beneath the toggle. Email notifications show your verified email address with an option to update it.
Important: For email notifications, you must verify your email address before you can enable them. Tap your email address to update or verify it.
Notification categories
Notifications are organised into categories. You can enable or disable each category independently while keeping the overall channel enabled.
General notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
Debit order | Advanced warning before your debit order runs |
Money available | Alerts when you have uninvested cash that needs attention |
Investments | Updates whenever an investment transaction occurs |
Referrals | Notifications when someone signs up using your referral |
Documents | Alerts when new statements or documents are ready |
Marketing notifications
Category | Description |
|---|---|
New features | Updates when Fynbos releases new functionality |
Customer research | Invitations to provide feedback on future features |
Getting started | Helpful tips as you begin your savings journey |
Changing category preferences
Customise which notification types you receive within each channel.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Scroll to General notifications or Marketing notifications
Locate the category you want to change
Tap the toggle next to the category to enable or disable it
Category toggles are disabled when the entire notification channel is turned off. Enable the channel first to adjust individual categories.
Setting up a notification schedule
Use the schedule feature to control when notifications are delivered. This prevents messages from arriving during times you don't want to be disturbed.
Navigate to the notification settings for your chosen channel
Locate the Schedule card
Tap the toggle to enable scheduling
Select which days of the week to receive notifications by tapping the day buttons (M, T, W, T, F, S, S)
Set your preferred From time using the time picker
Set your preferred To time using the time picker
Tap Save to apply your schedule
Notifications sent outside your scheduled hours are held and delivered when your scheduled window opens.
Schedule examples
Here are common scheduling patterns:
Use case | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
Work hours only | Monday to Friday | 09:00 to 17:00 |
Evenings only | All days | 18:00 to 22:00 |
Weekday mornings | Monday to Friday | 07:00 to 09:00 |
Set your schedule based on when you're most likely to action notifications. You can disable the schedule at any time by toggling it off.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I disable all notifications?
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Can I set different schedules for WhatsApp and email?
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Can I set different schedules for WhatsApp and email?
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Can I set different schedules for WhatsApp and email?
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Why can't I enable email notifications?
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Why can't I enable email notifications?
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Will I miss important notifications if I set a schedule?
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How do I change my WhatsApp number for notifications?
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