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I recently got approved for a Discover It student credit card with a $1500 limit. However, whenever I attempt to make purchases, they don’t go through. Since this is my first time using the card, no transactions have been made, and my balance is zero. I’m not sure how these types of credit cards function, so any guidance would be appreciated.

Hello Kevin, Make sure the card is activated, as many require activation either online or by phone before being used.

Hey, Verify your available credit, as there could be a hold or an issue affecting your ability to make purchases.

Hey, I will recommend Ensure the billing address linked to your card matches the one you’re using for transactions.

Hello just Get in touch with Discover’s customer service to check for any blocks or issues with your account.

Hello fam, I will recommend you to verify if the merchant accepts Discover, as some may not support this payment method.