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Credit Card Entries

Store payment card information securely with bPass credit card entries. All card data is encrypted using military-grade encryption, with automatic field masking and secure sharing capabilities for team purchases.

Creating a Credit Card Entry

Step 1: Access the Vault

  1. Navigate to your Vault from the main dashboard
  2. Click "Add Entry" or press Ctrl + N
  3. Select "Credit Card" from the entry type options

Step 2: Card Information

Complete the essential card details:

Basic Information

  • Card Name - Descriptive name (e.g., "Business Visa", "Personal MasterCard")
  • Cardholder Name - Full name as it appears on the card
  • Card Number - 16-digit card number (automatically formatted and masked)
  • Expiration Date - MM/YY format with date picker
  • Security Code - CVV/CVC code (3-4 digits)

Additional Details

  • Card Type - Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, etc.
  • Issuing Bank - Bank or financial institution name
  • Credit Limit - Available credit limit (optional)
  • Balance - Current balance (optional, for tracking)

Step 3: Billing Information

Add associated billing address:

  • Billing Address - Street address for the card
  • City - Billing city
  • State/Province - State or province code
  • ZIP/Postal Code - Postal code
  • Country - Country of billing address
  • Phone Number - Associated phone number

Step 4: Security & Organization

Configure additional options:

  • Folder - Organize into appropriate folder
  • Tags - Add descriptive tags (business, personal, travel)
  • Notes - Additional information about the card
  • Sharing - Set team access if needed
  • Expiration Alerts - Get notified before card expires

Security Features

Encryption & Protection

  • Field-Level Encryption - Each field encrypted individually
  • Auto-Masking - Card numbers automatically masked in display
  • Secure Clipboard - Copy operations use secure clipboard
  • View Restrictions - Full numbers only shown when explicitly requested
  • Audit Logging - All access to card data is logged

Access Control

  • View Permissions - Control who can see card details
  • Usage Tracking - Monitor when and where cards are accessed
  • Temporary Sharing - Share cards with expiration dates
  • Revocation - Instantly remove access to shared cards

Using Credit Card Entries

Auto-Fill for Online Shopping

The browser extension can auto-fill payment forms:

  1. Visit Checkout Page - Navigate to payment section of online store
  2. Auto-Detection - Extension detects payment form fields
  3. Select Card - Choose from available cards
  4. One-Click Fill - Automatically fill all payment information
  5. Verify Details - Review information before submitting

Manual Access

Access card information from the web application:

  • Quick View - See masked card details
  • Full Details - Click to reveal complete information
  • Copy Fields - Copy individual fields to clipboard
  • Print Option - Generate secure printable version
  • Export - Include in secure exports

Team Sharing

Share cards securely with team members for business purchases:

  • Department Cards - Share company cards with specific departments
  • Project Cards - Temporary access for project expenses
  • Approval Workflows - Require approval before card access
  • Spending Limits - Set usage restrictions and limits
  • Expense Tracking - Monitor card usage across team

Organization & Management

Folder Structure

Organize cards logically:

📁 Personal Cards
  💳 Primary Visa
  💳 Backup MasterCard
  💳 Travel Rewards Card

📁 Business Cards
  💳 Company American Express
  💳 Office Depot Account
  💳 Amazon Business Card

📁 Family Cards
  💳 Joint Checking Card
  💳 Emergency Card

Browser Extension Integration

Auto-Fill Capabilities

The extension recognizes various payment form fields:

  • Card Number Fields - Detects number input fields
  • Expiration Fields - Handles various date formats
  • Security Code Fields - CVV/CVC fields
  • Name Fields - Cardholder name detection
  • Billing Address - Full address auto-completion

Import & Export

Export Options

Secure backup and migration:

  • Encrypted Export - Password-protected card exports
  • CSV Format - For spreadsheet applications
  • PDF Reports - Printable card summaries
  • Team Exports - Share card collections

Compliance & Auditing

PCI Compliance

bPass follows payment card industry standards:

  • Data Encryption - All card data encrypted at rest and in transit
  • Access Controls - Strict access controls and authentication
  • Audit Trails - Complete logging of all card access
  • Secure Storage - No plain-text storage of sensitive data

Best Practices

Security Recommendations

  1. Regular Review - Periodically review stored cards
  2. Remove Unused Cards - Delete expired or cancelled cards
  3. Monitor Access - Check audit logs for unusual activity
  4. Strong Permissions - Limit access to necessary personnel only
  5. Regular Updates - Keep card information current

Organization Tips

  1. Consistent Naming - Use clear, descriptive names
  2. Proper Folders - Organize by usage or ownership
  3. Tag Usage - Use tags for cross-folder categorization
  4. Regular Cleanup - Remove outdated or duplicate entries
  5. Team Guidelines - Establish clear sharing policies

Usage Guidelines

  1. Verify Before Use - Always verify card details before transactions
  2. Secure Networks - Only access on trusted networks
  3. Clear Clipboard - Clear clipboard after copying sensitive data
  4. Log Out Properly - Always log out when finished
  5. Report Issues - Immediately report any security concerns

Credit card entries in bPass provide enterprise-grade security for your payment information. Start by adding your first credit card or learn about sharing with team members.