How Long Does It Take to Activate Your Searchbug Account

How long does it take to get my account activated?

In 2022, Searchbug introduced automatic account activation. When you sign up for your account, a randomized test transaction is sent through to the card on file. Searchbug then asks you to confirm the amount of that transaction. Once confirmed, your account will be automatically activated.

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