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To activate a Freedom Student credit card, call the number on the activation sticker that’s attached to the card or go to the Chase activation website, which will also be noted on the sticker. Another way to activate a Freedom Student credit card is by using the card issuer’s mobile app.
Your new Freedom Student card will be ready to make purchases in just a few minutes no matter which method you use to activate it. Chase does not have a certain time limit within which you need to activate your card, but it’s best to do it as soon as possible.
How to Activate a Freedom Student Credit Card
- By phone: Call 1 (800) 432-3117 or the number on the sticker attached to the front of the card. Verify your personal information (e.g. Social Security number, card number, or phone number associated with your application) to activate your Freedom Student credit card.
- On the website: Log in to your Chase account (or create an account if you don’t have one) and find the activation page. Enter any required security information, including your Social Security number and card number. Activate your Freedom Student card as instructed.
- On mobile: Log in to the Chase mobile app using the same credentials that you’d use to log in online. Tap the credit card activation button, then enter any security information that’s requested on the following page.
Your new Freedom Student credit card will be available for purchases immediately after activation. If you have any trouble activating your card, Chase customer service can always help you out. You can give them a call at 1 (800) 935-9935.
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