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# How to activate your programmable card

1. Login to Investec Online. Ensure you are enrolled for Investec Developer - see the [self-enrollment guide](/programmable-banking-community-wiki/get-started/self-enrollment-guide.md). 
2. Navigate to the Investec Developer homepage by clicking on **“Manage”**, followed by **“Investec Developer”**. 

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3. Click on **“manage code”** on the Programmable Card IDE tile.&#x20;

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4. You will be presented with a list of your cards. Below the card is toggle. Switch the toggle to activate the card. Toggle the switch again to deactivate the card.

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**ProTip:** You can access the card toggle on/off  via the mobile app if you need to do so while at the shop till.
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