This article will provide you with a detailed GoDaddy account registration, virtual credit card binding, and domain/hosting purchase operation guide, specifically designed for Chinese users. It uses EasyPay virtual credit card (supports Visa / MasterCard) to complete cross-border payments easily without a physical card. This article will also detail common problem-solving solutions, precautions, and operational tips to ensure you successfully complete the purchase process.
I. Preparation#
Before starting, please ensure you have the following conditions ready, which will greatly improve the success rate of the operation:
Item | Content | Recommendation |
---|---|---|
Able to receive verification codes and account verification, it is recommended to use Gmail or Outlook | Gmail is more stable, quick for sending and receiving emails | |
✅ Virtual Credit Card | Supports Visa / MasterCard, it is recommended to use EasyPay virtual card | For the first recharge, it is recommended to be ≥ $20, supports USDT (TRC20) recharge |
✅ Browser | Chrome / Edge / Safari, supports multi-tab operation | Using incognito mode can reduce cache and login anomalies |
✅ Network Environment | US IP or stable VPN | Avoid payment failures due to risk control |
💡 Tip: When binding the virtual credit card to GoDaddy for payment, the billing address must be filled in with a US address; it is recommended to use an address template from New York or California.
II. EasyPay Virtual Credit Card Application Process#
Using EasyPay virtual credit card, you can quickly generate a virtual card that supports international payments without a physical card to complete GoDaddy payments.
1. Register EasyPay Account#
- Open the EasyPay official website.
- Click Register/Sign Up, register using your email or Telegram account.
- Complete email verification.
2. Recharge USDT to Wallet#
- Log in to your account → Wallet → Recharge USDT (TRC20).
- Confirm the recharge amount and complete the blockchain transfer.
- After the recharge is credited, you can directly exchange it for US dollars to activate the virtual credit card.
3. Apply for Virtual Credit Card#
- Click Apply for Virtual Card on the homepage.
- Pay the card activation fee of $3/card (no monthly fee).
- Choose US dollars as the currency; it is recommended to recharge more than $20 for the first time.
4. Obtain Virtual Card Information#
After the card is activated, you will receive the following information:
- Card Number
- Expiration Date
- CVV (three-digit security code on the back of the card)
- Cardholder Name
- Billing Address
💡 Warm Reminder: For the first use of the virtual card for payment, it is recommended to recharge an additional 10%-20% of the amount to cope with pre-authorization verification and order fluctuations.
III. Register GoDaddy Account#
If you already have a GoDaddy account, you can skip this step.
1. Open GoDaddy Official Website#
Visit the GoDaddy official website.
2. Create Account#
- Click Sign In → Create Account in the upper right corner.
- Fill in your email, username, password, and complete the verification code verification.
- After submitting the information, the account will automatically redirect to the user center.
💡 Tip: When registering a new account, GoDaddy may display first-year discounts, such as $0.99 domain names, which can be selected during purchase.
IV. Add Virtual Credit Card Payment Method#
- Log in to your account → Click the avatar in the upper right corner → My Profile.
- Select Payment Methods → Add Payment Method from the left menu.
- Fill in the virtual credit card information:
Field | Example Description |
---|---|
Cardholder Name | Fill in the English name bound to the virtual card |
Card Number | Virtual card number |
Expiration Date | Expiration date (MM/YY) |
CVV | Three-digit security code on the back of the card |
Billing Address | US billing address, recommended New York or California |
Address line | English street address |
City | New York |
State | NY |
ZIP Code | 10001 |
Country | United States |
- Click Save to complete the addition; the system may deduct $1 for pre-authorization verification, which will be automatically refunded later.
⚠️ Precautions:
- Ensure that the information filled in is completely consistent with the virtual card activation information.
- Using a US IP makes it easier to pass risk control verification.
V. Purchase Domain Name#
1. Search and Select Domain Name#
- Enter the domain name you want to purchase in the search box on the homepage.
- Check availability and click Add to Cart to add it to the shopping cart.
2. Additional Service Selection#
- Optional Privacy Protection, Website Package, can skip non-essential services.
- Set the registration period (default 1 year).
3. Pay for the Order#
- Go to the shopping cart → Review Cart.
- Select the bound EasyPay virtual card.
- Click Place Your Order to submit the order.
💡 Tip: After a successful purchase, the domain will be displayed in My Products; it is recommended to enable domain privacy protection to avoid Whois information leakage.
VI. Purchase Hosting Products#
- Select Hosting → Web Hosting from the top navigation.
- Choose the type of hosting based on your needs (WordPress Hosting, cPanel Hosting, etc.).
- Select the package → Add to Cart.
- Associate an existing domain or purchase a new domain.
- Set the subscription period → Confirm the order → Select payment method → Successfully place the order.
⚠️ Suggestion: For the first purchase of hosting, you can choose a monthly payment package for testing to ensure the virtual card payment is successful before renewing a long-term package.
VII. View Orders and Download Invoices#
- Click the avatar in the upper right corner → My Products to view all domains and hosting.
- Go to Order History to view payment records.
- Click Invoice to download the electronic invoice (PDF).
💡 Tip: It is recommended to save the invoice PDF for future reimbursement or reconciliation purposes.
VIII. Common Problems and Solutions#
Problem | Description | Solution |
---|---|---|
Virtual card addition failed | Card not activated or insufficient balance | Recharge $2+ and retry |
Unable to pay for the order | IP and billing address do not match or risk control | Use US IP + US billing address |
Payment redirection error | Network cache issue | Switch browsers or enable incognito mode |
Domain registration failed | Domain occupied or frozen | Try again after changing the domain |
Order rejected | Insufficient virtual card limit or risk control | Increase balance or contact EasyPay customer service |
🔧 Advanced Tip: If you encounter payment failures or order anomalies, you can first clear the browser cache or try logging into GoDaddy using a different device, then retry the payment.
IX. Operational Tips#
- First-Year Discounts: When registering a new account, some domain names may only require $0.99 for the first year; you can try entering a GoDaddy promo code to use the discount.
- Balance Reserve: It is recommended to reserve an additional 10%-20% of the card balance to avoid pre-authorization failures.
- Privacy Protection: It is recommended to enable domain privacy protection (free) to protect personal information.
- VPN/Network: Using a VPN with US nodes increases the success rate of payments, especially for the first payment.
- Multi-Card Management: You can apply for multiple EasyPay virtual cards simultaneously to facilitate subscription sharing or increase limits.
- Customer Support: If you encounter problems, contact EasyPay customer service: Telegram.
X. Conclusion#
Through this tutorial, you can easily complete the following operations:
- Register a GoDaddy account
- Use EasyPay virtual credit card to bind payment methods
- Purchase domain names and hosting packages
- View order records and download invoices
- Solve common payment and registration issues
💡 Core Advantage: Using EasyPay virtual credit card, you can complete international payments without a physical card, quickly and conveniently, especially suitable for Chinese users operating cross-border payments and overseas platform subscriptions.
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