> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://rbc-activatehelpdesk.mintlify.site/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # RBC Card Activation FAQ: Common Questions Answered > Answers to common questions about activating RBC Royal Bank credit cards at rbc.com/activate, including eligibility, Online Banking, and safety. [Get Started Here →]() These are the most common questions about activating an RBC Royal Bank credit card. Each answer links to a full article where one exists. > **Which RBC credit cards can I activate online?** > > All RBC Royal Bank credit cards can be activated online. See [Activate your card online](/activation/online). > **Do I need Online Banking to activate my card?** > > No. Go to rbc.com/activate and follow the prompts. You can enrol in Online Banking during activation if you wish. > **Do I have to activate online?** > > No. You can also activate in the [RBC Mobile app](/activation/mobile-app) or [by phone](/activation/phone) at 1-877-900-5900. > **Can I use my card before it arrives?** > > On iOS, eligible clients enrolled in Online Banking can add a new personal card to Apple Wallet in the RBC Mobile app, usually within 48 hours of approval. > **How do I reactivate a cancelled or closed card?** > > Call RBC at 1-800-769-2512. > **Do I have to apply for BalanceProtector Max when I activate?** > > No, it's optional. You can apply later. See [BalanceProtector Max](/after-activation/balanceprotector-max). > **What should I do after activating?** > > Sign the back of the card if it has a signature strip, and destroy any old card it replaces. See [Secure your card](/after-activation/card-security). > **How do I know I'm on the real RBC site?** > > Type rbc.com/activate directly into your browser, check for the padlock icon, and confirm the address ends in rbc.com or rbcroyalbank.com. Never enter card details from a link in an unexpected email or text. > **Is this site run by RBC?** > > No. This is an independent help guide. For official support, visit [rbcroyalbank.com](https://www.rbcroyalbank.com) or call 1-800-769-2512. This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.