How to recharge OpenAI API with WildCard

In China, many users encounter issues such as payment methods not being bindable and credit card payment failures when directly purchasing and recharging OpenAI API accounts. Although OpenAI primarily supports international credit cards like Visa and MasterCard, domestic users often face significant difficulties during payment. At this point, using the virtual credit card provided by WildCard has become an ideal solution. With the virtual card offered by WildCard, users can easily recharge their OpenAI API accounts and overcome the constraints of domestic payment.

WildCard Official Website: https://leixue.com/go/yeka (Enjoy a discount on card opening through the link or invitation code "LEIXUE")#

WildCard is a virtual credit card service platform tailored for domestic users, specifically designed to provide convenience for users needing to make international payments, especially those wanting to use OpenAI API or subscribe to services like ChatGPT Plus. The virtual credit card provided by WildCard not only supports recharging OpenAI API but also features a simple and quick payment process with almost no obstacles.

This article will explain in detail how to use WildCard to recharge OpenAI API, with clear and concise steps to help you easily complete the recharge of your OpenAI account.

I. Why Choose WildCard?#

In China, using traditional credit cards (such as Chinese bank cards or domestic Visa and MasterCard) to recharge OpenAI API often encounters the following issues:

Payment Failure: Due to cross-border payment restrictions or payment verification issues, many domestic users cannot complete their payments smoothly.
Credit Card Not Accepted: Some banks' international credit cards may not function properly or may encounter binding issues during OpenAI API registration.
Lack of Suitable Payment Tools: Most domestic users lack suitable tools for cross-border payments, and WildCard's virtual card perfectly addresses these issues.

Through WildCard, users can obtain a Visa virtual credit card specifically for international payments. This card perfectly supports OpenAI API recharges and can be recharged through domestic payment channels (such as Alipay and WeChat), greatly facilitating operations for domestic users.

II. Registration and Card Opening Process#

1. Register a WildCard Account#

First, visit the WildCard Official Website: https://leixue.com/go/yeka to register and create a new WildCard account. By using this registration link, you can enjoy a discount on card opening, and using the invitation code "LEIXUE" can provide even more benefits.

After entering the official website, click the “Register” button in the upper right corner of the page, enter your phone number and verification code to complete the registration, and remember to choose the registration method that supports domestic phone numbers. After registration, you will enter the WildCard backend management interface.

2. Apply for a WildCard Virtual Credit Card#

In the WildCard backend, select the “Open Card” option, choose the card opening duration based on your needs (generally, you can choose 2 years or 3 years), and then click “Open Card”. You will need to provide some basic personal and contact information during the application. The card opening fee can be paid through WeChat, Alipay, or other supported payment methods.

It is recommended to initially recharge $25 to ensure you have enough balance for OpenAI API recharge operations. Once the card opening is successful, you will receive a virtual credit card that can be directly used for OpenAI API recharges.

3. Recharge the WildCard Card#

WildCard offers various recharge methods, with the most common being through Alipay or WeChat. Users can log into the WildCard backend management interface and select the appropriate recharge amount on the “Recharge” page. After completing the recharge, the balance on the virtual card will be updated immediately, usually displayed as a dollar balance.

According to the requirements of the OpenAI API account, it is recommended to recharge at least $25 to ensure that payments do not fail due to insufficient balance. For the first recharge, it is advisable to recharge a bit more to avoid payment failures.

III. Binding the OpenAI API Account#

After completing the recharge of the WildCard virtual card, you can bind it to your OpenAI API account. Follow these steps to bind:

Register an OpenAI Account: Visit the OpenAI Official Website to create a new OpenAI account. If you already have an account, you can log in directly.
Go to the Billing Page: In your OpenAI account, click on the “Billing” page in the upper right corner, then select “Add a payment method”.
Add Payment Method: In the payment method settings, select “Credit Card”, and enter the virtual credit card information you applied for on WildCard, including card number, expiration date, and security code (CVV), which can be found in the WildCard backend.
Complete Verification: After adding the payment method, OpenAI will perform a small verification, usually $1 or $5. Once verified successfully, your WildCard virtual credit card will be successfully bound.
Recharge OpenAI API Account: Once the binding is successful, you can recharge your account balance in the OpenAI backend for API calls. The recharge amount can be adjusted at any time, and payment is very convenient.

IV. How to Verify Successful Recharge#

After a successful recharge, users can confirm whether their OpenAI API account has been activated normally through the following methods:

Check OpenAI Account Balance: On the OpenAI API Billing page, check whether the account balance has been updated and whether it is sufficient for API calls.
Perform API Call Test: Open a code editor and run a simple API call code to confirm whether the API can respond normally. Here is a simple Python example code to test whether the OpenAI API is working properly:
```
import openai

openai.api_key = "your API Key"

response = openai.Completion.create(
    engine="text-davinci-003", prompt="Hello, world!", max_tokens=5
)

print(response.choices[0].text.strip())
```
If you can successfully receive a response from the AI, it indicates that your recharge has taken effect, and the OpenAI API can be used normally.

V. Frequently Asked Questions#

1. What payment methods does WildCard support?#

WildCard supports recharging through various methods such as Alipay, WeChat, and USDT (stablecoin), greatly facilitating domestic users.

2. Can the WildCard virtual card support other international services?#

Yes, in addition to supporting OpenAI API, WildCard can also be used for subscriptions to ChatGPT Plus, Claude, and other international services, covering most foreign payment scenarios.

3. After binding to OpenAI API, can I avoid account suspension?#

As long as you follow the proper procedures for recharging and binding, OpenAI will not suspend accounts for using virtual cards. As long as the card information is real and valid, you typically won't encounter issues.

4. What should I do if I encounter payment failure during recharge?#

If you encounter issues during the recharge process, it is recommended to check if the balance is insufficient or try recharging using other payment methods. In some cases, switching to a stable network environment can also help resolve issues.

VI. Conclusion#

Through the virtual credit card service provided by WildCard, domestic users can easily overcome payment restrictions and successfully complete the recharge of their OpenAI API accounts. We hope this tutorial helps you successfully recharge your OpenAI API and start using powerful AI features.

WildCard Official Website: https://leixue.com/go/yeka (Enjoy a discount on card opening through the link or invitation code "LEIXUE")