> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Activate Your Discover Card in the Official App

> Safe activation using the Discover mobile app installed from an official app store.

<Note>
  Independent educational guide. Only install the Discover app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, and always check the publisher name.
</Note>

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## Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install the official app">
    Search your device's app store. Confirm the publisher matches Discover before installing.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in or enroll">
    Use your existing account, or enroll if this is your first card.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find the activation option">
    Usually on the home screen or under card settings.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm details and submit">
    Enter the requested card details and follow the prompts.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Safety checks

* App publisher matches Discover.
* App has millions of downloads and recent updates.
* You reached the app through your device's official app store, not a link.

## Trouble?

See [Activation is not working](/articles/activation-not-working).