Pre-activation Requirements
Google Account Preparation
Have a Google Account (Gmail account)
Ideally, the account has never activated a GCP free trial
Network Environment
Use a US Residential IP (Critical Success Factor)
Ensure the IP is clean and geolocated in the US
MPChat Funds Preparation
Prepare $10-20 equivalent in USDT (GCP performs a $1.00 pre-authorization; the trial is free but card verification is required)
Recommended to keep extra funds for verification charges
Detailed Steps
Phase 1: MPChat Virtual Card Preparation
USDT Deposit
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Deposit
Copy the USDT deposit address
Transfer sufficient USDT ($20+ recommended)
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, and CVV
Funds Transfer
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Transfer
From: MP Wallet (USDT)
To: MPCard (USD)
Amount: $15-18 (Including verification fees)
Phase 2: GCP Account Registration
Access GCP Console
Access cloud.google.com using a US IP
Click "Get started for free"
Log in to Google Account
Log in with your Google credentials
If you have existing projects, you may need to create a new one
Start Free Trial
Click "Start free trial"
Read and agree to the Terms of Service
Phase 3: Entering Payment Information
Payment Interface Navigation
Select "Individual" or "Business" (Choose Individual for personal users)
Fill in personal info (Name, address, etc.)
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:
Address line 1: 1234 Cloud Street
City: Mountain View
State: CA
ZIP code: 94043
Verification Note: California ZIP codes range from 90001-96162
Verification & Activation
Instant Verification
GCP will perform a $1.00 pre-authorization hold (refunded immediately)
Verifies card validity and address matching
Service Activation
GCP Free Trial activates immediately after successful verification
Receive $300 credit, valid for 90 days
Function Verification
Log in to the GCP Console
Create your first VM instance or Storage Bucket
Verify that services are functioning correctly
GCP Free Trial Details
Resource | Free Tier Description |
Compute Engine | 1 f1-micro instance/month, restricted to US regions |
Cloud Storage | 5GB/month standard storage class |
Cloud Functions | 2 million calls/month, including CPU and memory time |
BigQuery | 1TB query/month, within free limit |
Troubleshooting Guide
Common Causes of Payment Failure
Region Mismatch (Solution: Maintain the "Trio" of US IP + US Card + US Address)
Address Verification Failed (Solution: Use a more detailed/real US address)
Google Account Region Conflict (Solution: Ensure Google account region is set to US)
Abnormal Subscription Status
Charged but not active (Wait 10-15 mins for sync; check email for confirmation; contact Google Cloud support)
Payment Declined (Switch to a cleaner US residential IP; regenerate US billing address; ensure MPCard balance is sufficient)
Account Management Guide
Budget Management
Set Budget Alerts: Avoid overspending in the console
Monitor Usage: Regularly check usage reports
Track Free Credits: Monitor credit consumption
Renewal & Upgrade
Post-Trial: Pay-as-you-go after the trial; ensure card has balance
Upgrade Account: Upgrade to a paid account for continuous use
Cost Optimization Suggestions
Utilize Free Resources: Maximize use of Free Tier resources
Budget Alerts: Set alerts to avoid unexpected costs
Resource Cleanup: Delete resources no longer in use promptly
Security Reminders
MPCard Protection: Set reasonable spending limits
Account Security: Enable 2FA on your Google Account
Permission Management: Assign roles following the principle of least privilege
Usage Tips
Free Tier: Understand the scope and limits of the free tier
Cost Control: Monitor spending with budget tools
Learning Resources: Utilize Google Cloud free training resources
By following this guide, you can successfully activate Google Cloud Platform using an MPChat virtual card and enjoy $300 in credits with a 90-day free trial. Ensure the high consistency of "US IP + US Card + US Address," as this is the key factor for success. During the trial, monitor usage carefully to avoid exceeding free limits.