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To get a Citibank virtual credit card number, log in to a Citibank account and sign up for Citi Virtual Accounts 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. Keep in mind that the Virtual Account Numbers benefit is only available for select Citi cards.
How to Get a Citibank 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. Follow the prompts to create a virtual card number.
- 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 Citibank virtual credit card at eligible online retailers. Citi Virtual Accounts Numbers works with nearly all online merchants.
The Citibank virtual credit card information is tied to your credit card but is not the same as your actual card number. This way, any hackers who get ahold of the merchant’s records won’t be able to see your real card information. In other words, virtual credit card numbers help prevent fraud by adding an extra layer of protection to your credit card purchases.
Keep in mind, however, that not all cards issued by Citibank have access to Citi Virtual Accounts Numbers. Make sure you read through your card’s guide to benefits to see whether it qualifies. If your card isn’t eligible, you can use Click to Pay to get a virtual card number. Click to Pay works with credit cards on all four major card networks.
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