Why does my Mastercard gift card not work online?

There are a number of possible reasons why a purchase could be declined: You don’t have enough money left on your card. You haven’t activated or registered your card. The address you gave to make an online or phone purchase is different from the address you have on file with your prepaid card provider.

Why does my Mastercard gift card keep getting declined?

Make sure you are entering the correct credit/debit/prepaid card number, correct expiration date, correct CVV code (if asked), and are giving the correct billing address. If any of this information is wrong, your transaction will most likely be declined.

How do I activate my gift card for online purchases?

Activating Your Card Online. Visit the activation link listed on the sticker on front of your card. If you don’t feel like making a phone call, you can usually activate your gift card online. There should be an activation link listed either on back of your card or on the sticker on the front of your card.

Can Mastercard gift cards be used online?

You can use your Mastercard Gift Virtual Account with any United States-based online, phone, or mail-order merchants wherever Mastercard debit cards are accepted.

Why is my prepaid Mastercard not working?

The most common reasons are that the card hasn’t been activated, the cashier is running the wrong type of transaction, the dollar amount being charged is greater than the card’s balance or the credit card processing machine is bumping up the charge amount to either place a hold on the card or to allow for a gratuity.

How do I activate my Mastercard?

To activate a Mastercard credit card, call the number on the back of the card and follow the prompts. Some Mastercard credit card issuers may also place a sticker on the front of the card with a special activation website address and phone number.

Where is the activation code on a Mastercard gift card?

To activate your card you will need: The 16-digit card number printed on the front of your Visa or Mastercard gift card. The 3-digit security code (CVV code) printed on the back of your card.

How do I use my Mastercard gift card online?

When registering the gift card, enter your first and last name, just as you would on a credit card. Enter current address information as well.

Why is my card being declined online when I have money?

Entering any information incorrectly when using your debit card can make your card get declined. This mostly happens when making online purchases. Most merchants request you to enter some personal details, including the name on the card or your address.

How do you activate a MasterCard gift card?

To activate your MasterCard gift card online, you first need to go to the web site provided on the back of your gift card. Next, enter the 16-digit card number located on the front of the gift card. Enter the CVN number located on the back of the gift card.

How do you check the balance on a MasterCard gift card?

Checking the balance on your MasterCard gift card is simple and takes only about a minute to complete. Turn your MasterCard gift card over and locate the toll-free customer service number. It is usually under the signature space or at the very top of the card. Dial the number listed and follow the automated prompts.

Can I Buy gift cards online?

Cardholders should always check their Visa gift card balance before making an online purchase. This can be done using the 800 number on the back of the card and following the prompts. If the total amount on the card is less than the total purchase price, it may be possible for you to use the remainder of your card to buy a store egift card.

Is MasterCard a debit or credit?

The Debit Mastercard is a debit card. It uses the same systems as the standard Mastercard credit card but does not use a line of credit to the customer, instead relying on funds that the customer has in their bank account.