How can I activate my JCPenney Credit Card? This question is about the JCPenney Credit Card

How can I activate my JCPenney Credit Card?

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This question is about the JCPenney Credit Card

Bogdan Roberts, Credit Cards Moderator

@bogdan_roberts • 06/25/21 This answer was first published on 06/25/21. For the most current information about a financial product, you should always check and confirm accuracy with the offering financial institution. Editorial and user-generated content is not provided, reviewed or endorsed by any company.

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You can activate your JCPenney Credit Card by registering for online access. Alternatively, you can activate your card by calling customer service at (800) 542-0800.

When registering for an online account you'll need to enter your account number and ZIP code. Then click "Continue" and complete the registration form by entering your personal details and clicking "Submit". The JCPenney Credit Card may still require calling customer service for activation, but you will receive specific activation instructions on the label received along with your card.

When calling JCPenney Credit Card customer service at (800) 542-0800, follow the automated prompts to enter your account number (which is the same as the number on the front of your card). Once connected to a customer service representative, request JCPenney Credit Card activation and provide your personal information as instructed.

Once you complete all the steps, you will receive a notification about successfully activating the JCPenney Credit Card.

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