Mastercard ID Check

Shop online with peace of mind

An effective protection against fraud

Mastercard^® ID Check^TM is a secure code that protects you against fraud when making online purchases. It’s a one-time-use code sent by email or text, depending on your preference. It confirms that it’s really you making the purchase.

Mastercard ID Check benefits

Secure: protect your card against any unauthorized use
Quick: instantly receive your secure code via email or text
Easy: enter the code to securely complete your purchase

How does Mastercard ID Check work?

Shop online

Make an online purchase at a participating merchant.

Verify your identity

You will receive a unique secure code with each purchase by email or text, depending on your preference.

Finalize your purchase

You have 5 minutes and 3 attempts to enter your secure code.

Little details that matter

^TM Trademark of Mastercard International Inc. Authorized user: National Bank.

® Registered trademark of Mastercard International Inc. Authorized user: National Bank.

Your card is automatically registered for the Mastercard ID Check service. When using this service, the following terms continue to apply:

Your cardholder agreement with National Bank; and
Our privacy policy and cookie policy. You can obtain more information regarding National Bank's policy on the confidentiality of personal information by reading this policy at nbc.ca

Need some help?

Please contact the number on the back of your National Bank Mastercard credit card if you have any questions.