Activate your Stripe account and keep it safe.
You can begin using your Stripe account in test mode as soon as you create it. In test mode, you can simulate all of Stripe’s features without moving real money. To accept real payments, you need to first activate your account and then use live mode. If you haven’t created your Stripe account yet, complete that process before continuing.
Activate your account 
To activate your account, fill out the account application requesting some basic information about your business, product, and your personal relationship to your business. After activating your account, you can immediately start accepting live payments.
Stripe’s “Know Your Customer” (KYC) obligations require that we collect and maintain this information on all Stripe users. These requirements come from our regulators and financial partners, and are intended to prevent abuse of the financial system. We review the information you provide internally to make sure that it complies with our services agreement. We’ll contact you if we need any further information.
After you activate your Stripe account, you can’t change its country. If you need to use Stripe in a different country that we support, you must create a new account.
Caution
We take privacy and security very seriously. Our privacy policy explains how and for what purposes we collect, use, retain, disclose, and safeguard any personal data you provide to us.
Public business information
Your customers see the following details on either their card statements or in email receipts sent by Stripe.
- Business name and website URL
- Business email address, phone number, and address
- Support site URL
- Statement descriptor text
You provide this information when you activate your account, and can update it any time in your Account settings. Make sure that your statement descriptor text and business information are clearly associated with you. If your customer can’t recognize one of your payments, they might dispute it.
Statement descriptors are limited to between 5 and 22 characters. They must contain at least 5 letters and can’t use the special characters <, >, \, ', ", or *.
You can also use dynamic statement descriptors when creating a charge so that each payment has a custom statement descriptor. This dynamic text is appended to the shortened descriptor set in the Stripe Dashboard. Statement descriptor prefixes are limited to between 2 and 10 characters. For detailed information, see the documentation on statement descriptors.
Keep your account safe
After you set up your account, you’ll want to keep it safe. Here are our recommendations:
Keep private information private: Don’t share your password and keep your secret API keys confidential on your own servers. As a reminder, Stripe employees will never ask you for your keys.
Don’t reuse your Stripe password: Use a password that’s unique to Stripe. If you use your password on another site and that site is compromised, an attacker could use those stolen credentials to take over your account.
Use team members to provide others with access to your account: You can invite others (with limited access) to your Stripe account so that they can log in and take certain actions.
Update your computer and browser regularly: We recommend configuring your computer to automatically download and install updates (for example, macOS or Windows). This helps protect your system against automated attacks and malware.
Beware of phishing: All genuine Stripe sites use the stripe.com domain and HTTPS. If you get an email from us that you don’t expect, go directly to our site to log in. Don’t enter your password after clicking a link in an email. If you’re ever not sure it’s really us, review Verified Stripe domains on Stripe Support.
Enable two-factor verification: When you enable two-factor authentication, you’ll need to provide an additional unique code from your mobile device to complete the login process—either received as a text message or generated through an app like Google Authenticator. This means that even if someone steals your username and password, they won’t be able to log in. To enable this feature, go to your user settings.
See also
FAQs
Activated Account means an Account which has been used by the Cardholder for any transaction within 90 days of the Application Form being approved, including but not limited to, a retail purchase, cash advance or balance transfer; Sample 1Sample 2Sample 3. Based on 8 documents. 8.
What is to activate your account? ›
Account Activation means the completion of the Product sign-up process by a Person, including, for greater certainty, the payment of an activation or subscription fee; Sample 1.
Why is Office asking me to activate? ›
Manufacturer-preinstalled trial versions of Office 365 often cause this problem, and failing to remove this product before installing your purchase can cause reoccurring activation prompts. Failing to do so causes conflicts between the new and old Office installations, leading to persistent activation prompts.
Why is Microsoft Word saying I need to activate? ›
This can happen if you don't uninstall the pre-installed version of Office on your new PC before installing a volume license version of Office. To stop the prompts for activation, make sure your Office uses volume licensing and then update the registry.
How can I activate my bank account? ›
An account holder must submit a written application to the bank to reactivate a dormant account. They can check whether their bank's mobile banking application offers the option of re-activating a dormant or inactive bank account.
What do you need to activate a bank account? ›
A valid, government-issued photo ID like a driver's license, passport or state or military ID. A minimum opening deposit of $25 to activate your account (once you've been approved).
How do I activate my existing account? ›
Process of activation of Accounts:
A request should be given to the branch for activation of account. Branch will activate the account based on the KYC documents submitted by the customer.
How do you check my account is activate or not? ›
Calling your bank's customer service line will provide you with the same information, including whether your bank account is active or not. You must provide the customer service representative with certain information on your bank account in order to do this, like your name, bank account number, bank branch name, etc.
How long does it take to activate an account? ›
It usually takes maximum upto 2 hours to get it activated after your request has been put through. In this case,if not activated,you will need to visit your home branch and remind them.
How do I activate my Office account? ›
Click Close when the installation is complete.
- Open any Office app. ...
- Click Get Started on the "What's New" screen. ...
- Click Sign In on the "Sign In to Activate" screen. ...
- Enter your email address and click Next. ...
- Enter your password and click Sign In. ...
- Click Start Using Office to complete the activation.
If you do not activate the product after you install it, the Office programs can be started only in reduced-functionality mode. In reduced-functionality mode, Office programs function more like viewers. In other words, you cannot save modifications to documents or create a new document.
What happens if you don't activate Office? ›
If Office activation fails, you'll see Unlicensed Product or Non-commercial use / Unlicensed Product in the title bar of your Office apps, and most features of Office are disabled.
Why do I need a Microsoft account to activate Office? ›
You activate Microsoft 365 by signing in with a Microsoft account. If we detect your Microsoft account, we'll show it on this screen. After you sign in, your product is added to your Microsoft account, so that you can reinstall it later, or manage your new subscription, without a product key.
How do I get rid of Microsoft Office activation message? ›
Restart any Office app and the message should be gone. If this is a constant issue, reset your credentials: Open Spotlight by selecting the magnifying glass at the top right of your desktop. Search for and open Keychain. Type in Office and then delete the data license file.
How can I activate Microsoft Word for free? ›
Here's how to get them:
- Go to Microsoft365.com.
- Click Sign up for the free version of Office under the "Sign in" button.
- Log in to your Microsoft account or create one for free. ...
- Select the app you want to use and save your work in the cloud with OneDrive.
Calling your bank's customer service line will provide you with the same information, including whether your bank account is active or not. You must provide the customer service representative with certain information on your bank account in order to do this, like your name, bank account number, bank branch name, etc.
How long does it take to activate a new bank account? ›
Filling out an application may take minutes and receiving all the documents you need could take up to 10 business days, but your account will be open and operational either the same day or within two business days.
How long does it take to activate an inactive bank account? ›
When an account is categorized as inoperative, the bank will issue a notice to the account holder, apprising them of the account's status. The account holder will have the opportunity to reactivate the account by conducting a transaction within a specified timeframe, usually around 90 days.
What happens when you activate your bank card? ›
When you get your new debit card, it needs to be activated before you start putting it to use. This activation process connects your identity to your account. Activating the card also notifies the bank that it was received. These are the key security measures to help keep your account safe.
