Cameron DiGiovanni, Writer
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To get a Citi Custom Cash virtual credit card number, log in to your Citi Custom Cash account and sign up for Citi Virtual Account Numbers. Once Citibank generates a virtual card number, you will be able to make online purchases with increased protection against credit card fraud. Citibank will generate a different card number each time you request one.
How to Get a Citi Custom Cash Virtual Credit Card
- Log in to your Citi account through the virtual account numbers page.
- Click "Enroll In / Get".
- Download the Citibank browser extension. or launch the web-based version of the virtual card number program. Select the credit card you want to use and click “Generate.”
- Accept the 16-digit virtual card number that’s generated for you. Take note of the virtual card’s expiration date and security code as well.
- Make purchases with your Citi Custom Cash virtual credit card number at eligible online retailers. Citi Virtual Accounts Numbers works with nearly all online merchants.
The Citi Custom Cash virtual credit card information is tied to your credit card but is not the same as your actual card number. This way, hackers who get ahold of the merchant’s records won’t be able to see your real card information. Virtual credit card numbers help prevent fraud by adding an extra layer of protection to your credit card purchases.
In addition to using Citi Virtual Account Numbers, you can also get a virtual card number through Click to Pay. The Click to Pay logo looks like a square with two arrows pointing to the right, and you’ll be able to create an account and add your Citi Custom Cash if you click on the logo when you check out with participating merchants.
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