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How deleted cards work?

Learn what happens when you delete a card, how the 24-hour recovery period works, and when cards are permanently removed.

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Written by Machine
Updated over 2 months ago

When you delete a card in Machines Cash, it is not permanently removed right away.

Instead, deleted cards go through a temporary holding period to prevent accidental loss.

What happens when you delete a card:

• The card is immediately locked and cannot be used

• The card is moved to the Deleted Cards section

• The card remains recoverable for 24 hours

During this 24-hour window:

• The card cannot be charged

• You can restore the card at any time

• Restoring the card returns it to active status

After 24 hours:

• The card is permanently deleted

• The card cannot be recovered

• The card issuance is considered consumed

This process is automatic and cannot be paused or extended.

Why Machines Cash does this:

• Protects users from accidental deletions

• Gives time to reverse mistakes

• Keeps card management predictable and secure

For help, contact:

• In-app support

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