What should I do if Pinterest Ads blocks my VCC?

If Pinterest Ads blocked your Virtual Credit Card (VCC), it means their system flagged it as suspicious, invalid, or not supported. Here's how to fix the issue and get your ads running again.

🔹 Step 1: Check If Pinterest Accepts Your VCC Provider
Pinterest has strict payment policies, and some VCC providers aren't supported.

✅ Accepted Payment Methods:
✔ Major Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
✔ PayPal (in supported regions)
✔ Some Business VCCs (issued by banks)

❌ Blocked Payment Methods:

Anonymous or prepaid VCCs (from random providers).
VCCs without proper billing verification.
Cards from unsupported countries.
💡 Solution: Try using a VCC from a trusted provider like ExoCards (https://exocards.com), which works for ad payments.

🔹 Step 2: Use a Different VCC or Payment Method
If your current VCC is blocked, try:

1️⃣ Adding a new VCC from a different provider
2️⃣ Using a personal/business credit card (if possible)
3️⃣ Linking a PayPal account (if your region supports it)

🚨 Avoid using the same blocked VCC again—Pinterest may permanently ban your account for repeated failed transactions.

🔹 Step 3: Update Your Billing Information
If Pinterest flagged your payment for billing mismatches, do this:

1️⃣ Go to Pinterest Ads Manager → Billing Settings.
2️⃣ Remove the blocked VCC and add a new one.
3️⃣ Ensure your billing address matches the card issuer's records.
4️⃣ Try a small test payment ($5–$10) before running full campaigns.

🔹 Step 4: Contact Pinterest Support
If your VCC is valid but still blocked, contact Pinterest Ads Support:

Go to Pinterest Ads Help Center → https://help.pinterest.com/
Select "Billing & Payments" → "Payment Issue"
Explain the issue & ask if your VCC provider is supported.
🔥 Pro Tip: If support confirms your VCC isn't supported, you MUST switch to another payment method.

🎯 Final Thoughts: How to Fix Pinterest Ads VCC Issues
✔ Use a VCC from a trusted provider like ExoCards (https://exocards.com)
✔ Ensure your billing info matches your VCC records
✔ Try linking PayPal if your VCC isn't working
✔ Test with a small transaction before launching big campaigns
✔ Contact Pinterest Support if your valid card is blocked