Pre-subscription Requirements
Vercel Account Preparation
Existing Vercel account with basic project deployment completed
Account email verification completed
Network Environment
Use a US Residential IP (Critical Factor)
Ensure the IP geolocation shows as the United States
MPChat Funds Preparation
Prepare $30–$50 equivalent in USDT (Pro plan $20/mo, Enterprise custom pricing)
It is recommended to keep extra funds for verification fees
Detailed Steps
Phase 1: MPChat Virtual Card Preparation
USDT Deposit
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Deposit - Copy USDT deposit address - Transfer sufficient USDT from an external wallet (Recommended $40+) - Wait for network confirmation
Apply for a US MPCard
Path: MPChat App → MPCard → Apply for New Card - Issuing Country: Must select "United States" - Card Type: Virtual Card (Instant generation) - Securely record Card Number, Expiry Date, and CVV code
Funds Transfer
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Transfer - From: MP Wallet (USDT) - To: MPCard (USD) - Amount: $25–$30 (Including verification fees)
Phase 2: Vercel Upgrade Process
Log in to Vercel Account
Access vercel.com using a US IP
Click User Avatar (top right) → "Settings"
Select Upgrade Plan
Plan Type | Price | Core Features | Best For
Hobby | Free | Personal projects, limited features | Individual developers
Pro | $20/mo/user | Team collaboration, analytics | Professional teams
Enterprise | Custom | Advanced features, dedicated support | Corporate users
Enter Billing Settings
Click the "Billing" tab
Select "Upgrade to Pro"
Configure team size and functional requirements
Phase 3: Payment Information Entry
Payment Interface Navigation
Select "Credit Card" as payment method
Click "Add Payment Method"
MPCard Information Entry
Information Source: MPChat App → MPCard → Card Details - Card number: 16-digit virtual card number - Expiration date: Expiry date (MM/YY) - CVV: 3-digit security code - Name on card: Pinyin is recommended
Billing Address Entry (Critical Step)
Country: United States
Use a professional US address generator
Example Format:
Address Line 1: 1234 Developer Street City: San Francisco State: CA ZIP Code: 94102
Payment Verification & Activation
Instant Verification
Vercel will perform a small verification hold (refunded immediately)
Verification of card validity and address matching
Service Activation
Upon successful payment, Pro features are activated immediately
Access advanced features and analytics tools
Function Verification
Test team collaboration features
Verify performance analytics tools
Check for deployment limit increases
Vercel Plan Comparison
Feature | Hobby (Free) | Pro (Professional)
Deployments | Restricted | Unlimited
Bandwidth | 100GB/month | 1TB/month
Team Members | 1 Person | Up to 10 People
Analytics | Basic | Advanced Analytics
Support | Standard | Priority Support
Troubleshooting Guide
Common Causes of Payment Failure
Region Detection Failure (Solution: Use a US residential IP; clear browser cache)
Strict Address Validation (Solution: Use a real, existing US address)
Account Verification (Solution: Ensure the account has active project deployment records)
Handling Subscription Status Issues
Charge Successful but Service Not Active (Wait 5–10 minutes for system sync; check registered email for confirmation; contact Vercel support)
Feature Access Restricted (Ensure logged into the subscribed account; clear browser cache and re-log; check team member permissions)
Subscription Management Guide
Account Management
View Status: Settings → Billing → Subscription
Team Management: Manage team members and permissions
Usage Stats: View resource usage details
Renewal & Cancellation
Auto-renewal: Enabled by default, monthly automatic billing
Cancel Subscription: Billing → Cancel Subscription
Important Note: Service remains available until the end of the current billing cycle after cancellation
Cost Optimization Suggestions
Team Size: Adjust the plan based on the actual number of members
Resource Monitoring: Regularly check bandwidth and usage
Project Optimization: Optimize deployments to reduce resource consumption
Security Reminders
MPCard Protection: Set reasonable spending limits
Account Security: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
API Security: Securely store API keys and access tokens
Vercel Pro Special Features
Advanced Analytics: Detailed performance monitoring and analysis
Team Collaboration: Multi-member project management
Custom Domains: Unlimited custom domains
Environment Variables: Advanced environment management features
Deployment Protection: Advanced deployment security checks
Usage Tips
Performance Optimization: Use analytics tools to optimize website performance
Team Collaboration: Properly assign team member permissions
Monitoring Setup: Set performance monitoring alerts
Automated Deployment: Configure CI/CD pipelines
Technical Specifications
Deployment Platform: Global edge network
Framework Support: Next.js, Nuxt.js, and other mainstream frameworks
Database Integration: Supports various database services
Domain Management: Built-in DNS management features
By following this guide, you can successfully use an MPChat virtual card to upgrade Vercel to the Pro version and enjoy more powerful deployment and analysis features. Vercel is developer-friendly, and the payment process is relatively simple, but you must still ensure the accuracy of your payment information. It is recommended to choose a suitable plan configuration based on your team size and usage needs.