<h1>Debit Card Activation Boosts Convenience and Security with Lower Fees and Promotes International Acceptance for Merchants and Consumers.</h1> Debit card activation offers several benefits, including convenience, security, and ease of use. Active debit cards allow for electronic payments directly from bank accounts, can be used for online purchases, and enable cash withdrawals from ATMs. They are safer than carrying cash, protected by a personal PIN, and widely accepted internationally. Recent initiatives to promote debit card usage include waiving Merchant Discount Rates and excise duties on POS machines. Merchants benefit from lower transaction costs, automatic account credits, and improved credit history. Customers are advised not to pay additional fees for card usage, as these charges are the merchant's responsibility.