Pre-activation Requirements
Account Preparation
Prepare a valid email address
Prepare a phone number (for verification)
Determine server purpose and configuration needs
Network Environment
Use a US Residential IP (Critical Factor)
Ensure the IP is clean and geolocated in the US
MPChat Funds Preparation
Prepare $20–50 equivalent in USDT (Droplet starts at $4/mo)
It is recommended to keep extra funds for verification and pre-authorization
Detailed Steps
Phase 1: MPChat Virtual Card Preparation
USDT Deposit
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Deposit
Copy the USDT deposit address
Transfer sufficient USDT ($50+ recommended)
Wait for network confirmation
Apply for a US MPCard
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → MPCard → Apply for New Card
Issuing Country: Must select "United States"
Card Type: Virtual Card (Instant generation)
Securely record the Card Number, Expiry, and CVV
Funds Transfer
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Transfer
From: MP Wallet (USDT)
To: MPCard (USD)
Amount: $30–40 (Including pre-authorization fees)
Phase 2: DigitalOcean Account Registration
Visit Official Site to Register
Access digitalocean.com using a US IP
Click "Sign Up" to start registration
Enter email address and password
Account Verification
Complete email verification
Perform phone number verification
Fill in basic personal information
Account Review
Wait for account approval (typically minutes to hours)
During review, you can browse products but cannot create resources
Phase 3: Adding Payment Method
Enter Payment Settings
Click Avatar (top right) after logging in → "Billing"
Select "Payment Methods"
Click "Add Credit Card"
MPCard Information Entry
Source: MPChat App → MPCard → Card Details
Card number: 16-digit virtual card number
Expiration date: Expiry (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:
Plaintext
Address Line 1: 1234 Cloud Street City: New York State: NY ZIP Code: 10001
Payment Verification & Account Activation
Pre-authorization Verification
DigitalOcean will perform a $5 pre-authorization charge
Amount is refunded after successful verification
Verification process takes 1–3 business days
Account Activation
Account is fully activated once payment method is verified
Start creating Droplets and other services
Function Verification
Test creating a small Droplet
Verify SSH connection functionality
Check control panel access
DigitalOcean Droplet Configuration Options
Parameter | Option Example | Recommended Choice |
Datacenter | NYC1, SFO1, AMS1 | Select based on user location |
Operating System | Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian | Ubuntu 20.04 LTS |
Plan Type | Basic, CPU-Optimized | Choose based on needs |
Storage Type | SSD, Block Storage | SSD (Better performance) |
Droplet Price Plans
Basic $4/mo: 1GB RAM, 25GB SSD; Personal blogs, test environments
Basic $6/mo: 1GB RAM, 25GB SSD; Small websites, dev environments
Basic $12/mo: 2GB RAM, 50GB SSD; Small to medium apps
CPU-Optimized: Starts at $40/mo; High-compute demand apps
Detailed Steps to Create a Droplet
Select Creation Method
Log in to control panel → Click "Create" → "Droplets"
Select "Quick Create" or "Advanced Options"
Configure Droplet Parameters
Select image (OS)
Select plan size
Select datacenter region
Add SSH Keys (Recommended)
Final Confirmation
Set Droplet name
Select project assignment
Confirm monthly fee
Click "Create Droplet"
Troubleshooting Guide
Payment Verification Failure
Common Causes: Address info mismatch; insufficient pre-authorization funds; suspicious account info
Solutions: Use a more detailed/real address; ensure MPCard balance is sufficient; contact support to explain
Account Review Issues
Review Failed: Provide more verification info; use real personal info; contact the support team
Verification Delay: Wait patiently for 1–3 business days; check spam folder; consult progress via live chat
Account Management Guide
Resource Management
Droplet Management: View, start, stop, reboot servers
Monitoring: CPU, RAM, bandwidth usage statistics
Backup Management: Set automated backup policies
Expense Control
Budget Setup: Set monthly spending caps
Usage Alerts: Resource usage alerts
Invoice Management: Download detailed billing records
Security Best Practices
SSH Key Authentication
Use SSH keys instead of passwords for login
Disable root password login
Regularly rotate key pairs
Firewall Configuration
Configure UFW firewall
Open only necessary ports
Restrict IP access ranges
System Updates
Regularly update system patches
Install security updates
Monitor security logs
Tips and Suggestions
Cost Optimization
Choose the right plan for your needs
Use snapshots to save on storage costs
Monitor resource usage to avoid waste
Performance Optimization
Choose the right datacenter
Use SSD storage for better IO performance
Configure swap space for RAM shortage
Backup Strategy
Enable automated backup features
Create snapshots regularly
Test recovery processes
Recommended Next Steps
Server Initialization: Complete basic security setup; install necessary software packages; configure firewall rules.
App Deployment: Deploy websites or apps; configure domain resolution; set up monitoring alerts.
Maintenance Plan: Establish a regular maintenance schedule; monitor system performance; update software promptly.
By following this guide, you can successfully use an MPChat virtual card to create and manage Droplet cloud servers on DigitalOcean. DigitalOcean has relatively strict payment verification; please ensure all information is authentic and consistent. It is recommended to start with a small plan and upgrade configuration as needed.