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HFCB Whizz

Kenya’s number 1 digital banking application. HFC Whizz is a banking on the Go!

HFC LTD · ke.co.hfgroup.android

Not rated yet 500K+ downloads v6.9.8 15.2 MB Android 7.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Details

At a glance

Latest version
v6.9.8 (1298)
Updated
May 30, 2026 (4 months ago)
APK size
15.2 MB
Requires
Android 7.0+ (API 24)
CPU support
x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics
OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category
Finance (app)
Listed since
Jun 18, 2021 (at least)
Permissions
25 (6 sensitive)
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

HFCB Whizz is an app by HFC LTD in the Finance category, listed since at least June 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 4.6.8, the APK grew from 13.6 MB to 15.2 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 4.2 to 7.0. It asks for 25 permissions, 6 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and read contacts. It asks for the same permissions as version 6.9.4. The app can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v6.9.8

New redesign. *Allow 6-Digit pin.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Download HFC Whizz app to experience world class service in: Managing your account: Verify your transactions securely with a one-time unique password and your log in ID. View your statements securely on the app. View your balances for multiple accounts and receive SMS alerts on transactions. Track your expenses. Manage your monthly budgets. HFC Whizz enables you to save your contacts to effortlessly manage your payment details. Deposit Cash: Move money conveniently from mobile money wallets into your HFC Whizz account. Set up savings accounts virtually through the app. You can set a target to save and get high returns on your saving. Transfers: HFC Whizz enables you to send money to mobile money wallets and provides SMS alerts with unique transaction references for budgeting and expense tracking. Real Time Gross Settlement from your account into other bank accounts in Kenya. Enabled real time Pesalink transactions that allow transfer of funds from your HFC Whizz account into any bank account or mobile number in the country. Payments: Facilitate utility payments at your convenience, with unique transaction references for your tracking and planning. Receive Automated bill reminders with accurate amounts through SMS. This is also visible on the app. Pay to a mobile money merchant till, paybill number or at a Point of Sale (POS) directly from your HFC Whizz app. You will receive a unique transaction reference instantly that you can present to the biller in real time for verification. HFC Whizz enable you to reload your phone airtime for any mobile network in Kenya. Loan Services: HFC Whizz enables you to apply for instant loans which are disbursed into your HFC Whizz account. Borrow from KES 1,000 up to KES 250,000 Flexible tenures: KES 1,000 – 29,999 → Tenure up to 1 month KES 30,000 and above → Tenure of 1 month or 3 months Maximum APR: 9.061% per annum Interest is deducted upfront, with no hidden fees. Representative Loan Example If you borrow KES 1,000 for 1 month at an APR of 9.061%, the total cost is KES 90.61 (including VAT and excise duty). Amount disbursed to your account: KES 909.40 Amount to repay after 1 month: KES 1,000. We use unique data driven scoring algorithms to offer purpose led lending, for instance, school fees loans. This is through information that you provide with consent e.g. Financial related SMS. Our products and pricing of services are all regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The CBK license has been shared separately on the console. Privacy and Permissions: When you download HFC Whizz, we will ask to scan some SMS information to verify your identity and creditworthiness. We are regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya and abide by the Prudential Guidelines, Consumer Protection Act and all other laws in Kenya that relate to Banking services and customer privacy. We also abide by global data protection practises. Visit this link https://www.hfgroup.co.ke/assets/Data_Privacy_Statement_Public_HFC.b6eb4124.pdf to view and/or download our privacy policy and terms and conditions. All pricing for our products and services are displayed in our approved Tariff guide. We also send you text messages and emails for each service, prominently displaying the features and costs. HFC Whizz is a banking app under HFC Group, a bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya and being a publicly listed company, HFC Group is also regulated by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA). HFC Whizz offers banking and non- collateral lending services to consumers. We are governed by the Prudential guidelines, Consumer Protection act, The Banking Act, Finance Act and all other financial laws in Kenya. To provide these services seamlessly, we require through customer consent, to access some information on their device. SMS history for credit assessment, budgeting and tracking expenses. Call log for fraud detection and protection. Powered by HFC.

Version history

7 versions are listed, going back to v4.6.8. New versions arrive here every few months. Since v6.7.6 it requires Android 7.0+.

All 7 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on May 30, 2026.
  • Certificate from Google Play App Signing Google keeps the signing key for the developer, so the certificate carries Google's name.
  • Same certificate as the 6 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified May 30, 2026
  • Validated against Google Play May 30, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Android, OU=Android, O=Google Inc., L=Mountain View, ST=California, C=US
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)40:DB:B2:60:26:32:9B:C3:CB:C0:C9:1D:BC:D2:D8:97:65:A4:6E:68
  • File MD5a1270af0902a4178e3399f3c23a5a142
  • Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (25)

HFCB Whizz requests 25 permissions, 6 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

HFCB Whizz APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of HFCB Whizz for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 7.0 or later. Version 6.2.2 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 6.2.2 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the HFCB Whizz APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 6 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is a1270af0902a4178e3399f3c23a5a142.

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