Understand your card numbers

Short, specific guides to virtual cards and card security in Canada. No jargon, no upsell in the middle of an explanation.

Canadian market indexVirtual cards available in CanadaA factual comparison of consumer and business virtual cards, based on each provider's official source.

What is a virtual card and how does it work in Canada?
Learn how virtual cards work, who offers them in Canada, and when a separate card number helps with subscriptions, trials, and online purchases.
5 min read
Are virtual credit cards safe?
Learn what virtual cards can protect against, what they cannot prevent, and what Canadians should check before choosing a provider.
5 min read
How do I stop a subscription from charging me?
Cancel with the service first. Then follow these Canadian steps for card blocks, disputes, stored payment tokens, and recurring charges.
6 min read
What should I do if my credit card number is stolen?
Freeze the card, dispute charges, and find the leak. A step-by-step Canadian guide to recovery and reducing exposure the next time.
6 min read
Merchant-locked or single-use: which virtual card should I use?
Compare merchant-locked and single-use virtual cards for subscriptions, free trials, one-off purchases, refunds, and online spending.
4 min read