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How do I block certain Merchant Category Codes (MCCs)? 

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If the card has not been issued yet: 

  1. During the card issuance process, set MCC restrictions in the Card Settings section. 
  1. Block specific merchant types (e.g., travel, entertainment). 

If the card has already been issued: 

  1. Go to the specific card’s page. 
  1. Click Card Settings > Edit Settings. 
  1. Update the MCC restrictions. 
  1. Save changes. 

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