How to Shop Online Like a Pro with the Bitnob Virtual Dollar Card
Bitnob Team
•3 min read
Shop globally without card declines. With the Bitnob Virtual Dollar Card, pay for subscriptions, ads, and online purchases instantly and stress-free.
Online shopping has evolved from what it used to be. It’s no longer about convenience, it’s a lifestyle. From paying for Canva or Netflix, to grabbing discounts on AliExpress, or ordering something special from that website that doesn’t even ship to your country, Africa’s digital shoppers are more global than ever.
Yet, there’s a common frustration that keeps breaking the flow: your local bank card gets declined. You try again, still no luck. Not because you don’t have money, but because your card simply wasn’t built for global payments.
You’re not alone. According to McKinsey’s 2024 more than 60% of online buyers in Africa have experienced failed or delayed international transactions due to card restrictions, currency barriers, or cross-border limits. For anyone who shops or subscribes internationally, it’s a reminder that convenience shouldn’t be complicated.
That’s where the Bitnob Virtual Dollar Card comes in a simple, secure way to shop, pay, and subscribe on the platforms that matter to you, without the usual card drama. Whether you’re a freelancer paying for tools, a student streaming your favorite shows, or a small business owner managing ad spend, this card was made for you.
Why a Virtual Dollar Card Changes Everything
Think of it as your global pass. A card that lives inside your Bitnob app but works like any physical card, only better.
With the Bitnob Virtual Dollar Card, you can:
- Pay for subscriptions like Netflix, Canva, Spotify, Coursera etc without worrying about failed payments.
- Shop globally on platforms like AliExpress, Amazon, ASOS, Shein etc with instant confirmations.
- Run ads on Facebook or Google without payment interruptions.
- Stay in control of your spending by only funding what you need.
Unlike traditional bank cards that are limited by local payment networks, Bitnob’s card is powered by international payment rails designed for flexibility and speed.
How to Create a Virtual Card on Bitnob
- Sign in to your Bitnob app and tap "Cards"
- Tap "Create a new virtual card"
- Input the amount you want to create your card with.
- Tap "Next"
- Tap on the colored circles to change the card color to your preferred choice. You can also see the fee breakdown, which shows how much you’ll be charged.
- Tap "Next - Confirm your transaction pin"
- Input your password and Tap "Create Card"
- Your card is being created and you will get a notification when it's live.
- You have successfully created a Virtual Card so you can now spend without limits!
More Than Just a Card!
Bitnob offers much more than just virtual cards. With the Bitnob App, you can send and receive money within African countries and globally, make unlimited online payments using the Bitnob virtual dollar card, buy and sell Bitcoin easily, etc.
With Bitnob, receiving money is easy and convenient, plus you get to enjoy other features of the App. So wait no more! Download the Bitnob App to enjoy this benefit and more.