Guide : Activate WIC Card Online

follow these streamlined steps—features may vary slightly by state, but the core process is mostly the same:

Visit your state’s WIC EBT portal or mobile app
- Most states use platforms like ebtEDGE, WICConnect, myWIC, or a similar app.
- For example, in North Carolina you can register your card on ebtEDGE at www.ebtEDGE.com or via its app.
- In Indiana, you’d visit WICConnect.com and choose “Indiana WIC” from the dropdown indiana.wicresources.org.
Create or log into your account
- Enter your 16–19 digit WIC card number, plus your personal details (e.g., date of birth, ZIP code, household ID depending on state) .
Select “Activate Card” or “Set PIN”
- This option is usually visible once logged in.
- You’ll be prompted to set a 4-digit PIN, secured for future use.
Confirm activation
- After PIN setup, the system will confirm the activation. Some portals let you view your current benefits balance immediately.

📞 Alternate Activation Methods

If online activation isn’t an option:

Call the phone number listed on the back of your WIC card (often 1‑855‑784‑5584 or similar toll-free lines) to activate and set your PIN.
Visit a local WIC office in person to get assistance with activation and PIN setup from staff.

Invalid info errors (“card number” or “date of birth”): Double-check the card number and associated personal info. Some users find it helpful to call their WIC office to correct mismatches.
Server downtime or connectivity issues: Occasionally, activation sites experience downtime—waiting and trying again may help.

Go to www.ebtEDGE.com or open the ebtEDGE mobile app.
Log in or create an account using your WIC card number and DOB.
Click “Activate Card” (or similar option) and enter your new 4-digit PIN.
Once confirmed, your card is live—you can view your balance and use it for transactions.

Activation Method	What You Do	PIN Setup	Typical Info Needed
Online/App	Log in → Activate Card → Set PIN → Confirm	✅	Card#, DOB, ZIP, Household ID (varies)
Phone	Call toll‑free number on card → Follow prompts → Set PIN	✅	Card#, ZIP, DOB
In-Person	Visit WIC clinic → Staff help activate card	✅	Card + ID/docs

Keep your PIN secure—don’t write it on the card.
Check your benefit balance after activation through your state’s portal or at checkout.
If problems persist, contact WIC customer service or your local clinic for personalized support.