When Apple released iOS 17.4 on March 5, the update brought some bug fixes to your iPhone, as well as a number of new features such as more stolen device protection settings and podcast transcriptions. One of the features included in the update is Apple Cash virtual card numbers, allowing you to use Apple Pay in more places online.

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According to Litter, Apple Cash is a digital card in your iPhone's Wallet app that can be used to purchase items in physical and digital stores, as well as in apps that accept Apple Pay. But now with iOS 17.4, you can generate virtual card numbers to use in digital stores that don't accept Apple Pay. However, it is important to note that Apple Cash does not support some merchant categories, such as cash-like transactions.

See how to view and use your Apple Cash Virtual Card Numbers.

See more information: You must download iOS 17.4.1 now

How to set up and view your virtual card number

If you haven't yet configured your Apple Cash Card, see how to do it. If you've already set up an Apple Cash card, you can skip these instructions.

1. Open your Wallet app.
two. Tap your Apple Cash card near the bottom of the screen.
3. Touch Configure now under Set up Apple Cash.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions and your Apple Cash card will be available in no time.

Once you've set up your Apple Cash card, you'll have a card number, expiration date, and security code for your card, just like you would on a physical credit or debit card. See how to view your virtual card numbers.

1. Open Portfolio.
two. Tap your Apple Cash card.
3. Tap the three dots () in the upper right corner of the screen.
4. Touch Card number.

Now that you have a new virtual card number for Apple Cash, your iPhone's Safari app can automatically fill in your card information if you make a purchase on your phone. You can also manually enter your card information on other devices or browsers to make purchases.

And if you think your current card number has been compromised, you can easily request a new virtual card number. Follow the steps above, tap Request new card numberand tap Request again and you will immediately receive new virtual card numbers – without waiting for your bank to send you a new card.

To learn more about iOS 17, here's what might be coming iOS 17.5 and our iOS 17 cheat sheet. You can also check out what to know about Apple's next surprise event in May.

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