card management – mobile banking Locking and unlocking a debit card

Misplacing a card is more common than it seems. Learn how to lock your debit card to help prevent unauthorized transactions and unlock1 once your card has been found.

Looking to lock your credit card? Click here for instructions.

Screens simulated for illustrative purposes only. Actual experience may differ.

Step 1

Log in to our Mobile Banking app.

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Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app with the login fields highlighted

Step 2

Tap the Menu button.

Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app, Accounts tab selected, menu highlighted

Step 3

Tap Manage Debit/Credit Card.

Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app, Accounts tab selected, menu options, Manage Debit/Credit Card highlighted

Step 4

Select the debit card you wish to lock by swiping left. Once you have selected the right card, tap Lock.

Note: If you are unable to locate your card, you can order a replacement card on this screen. Tap Replace and follow the prompts.

Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app, Manage Cards screen, card to be locked is displayed and Lock button is highlighted

Step 5

Read over the terms and conditions and tap LOCK CARD.

Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app, "Are you sure?" screen, terms and conditions displayed and the Lock Card button is highlighted

Step 6

To get back to the main menu, tap the Return Arrow. When you’re ready to unlock the card, simply follow the same process and select Unlock.

Screenshot of the Bank of America mobile app, Manage Cards screen, "Your card is locked" confirmation, return to main menu arrow highlighted

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