Card Activation
Go from envelope to activated with AirKey
Get customers up and running fast by offering a code-free, call-free way to activate their new card.
Tap to Unlock...
Instant Card Activation
Turn card dormancy into early spend with a simple, physical gesture.
Intuitive Self-Service
Reduce call center volumes by empowering customers to activate safely and independently.
A Standout First Impression
Replace clunky, multi-step onboarding with a smoother, tap-based interaction customers prefer.
Real-world Success
#1 Activation Method
10M+ Card Activations
+7 NPS Uplift
60% Drop in Call Volume
20% Fraud Reduction
The AirKey Journey
Activating a New Card with AirKey
Initiate Activation
Upon receiving their physical card, your customer logs into their mobile banking app to begin activation.
Click Start Activation
They then select the option to start card activation within the app's native interface.
Take Out Card
The screen prompts your customer to grab their physical card, ensuring they have it ready to tap.
Tap to Phone
A 'ready to scan' overlay appears, instructing your customer to tap their card against their phone.
Activation Complete
Once verified, a confirmation screen appears, notifying your customer that their card is activated and ready to use.
Benefits
Why Tap-to-Activate?
Gets customers up and running on day one
Promotes early spend
Protects against stolen/intercepted cards
Reduces call center traffic
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Your key to modern fraud defense
Use Cases
AirKey Anywhere
Deploy one-tap digital security where it matters most.
Card Activation
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