Pre-subscription Requirements
Network Environment
Use a US Residential IP (Critical Success Factor)
Ensure the IP is clean and geolocated in the US
MPChat Funds Preparation
Prepare $100–200 equivalent in USDT ($12/Editor/Month for Pro)
Recommended to keep extra funds for verification fees
Team Planning
Determine the number of team members
Plan project structure
Identify permission requirements
Detailed Steps
Phase 1: MPChat Virtual Card Preparation
USDT Deposit
Path: MPChat App → Wallet → Deposit - Copy USDT deposit address - Transfer sufficient USDT ($150+ 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: $100–120 (Adjust based on team size)
Phase 2: Figma Team Setup
Visit Figma Official Website
Access figma.com using a US IP
Click "Sign Up" to create a new account
Create a Team
After logging in, click the "+" icon in the top left
Select "Team" → "Create new team"
Enter team name and description
Select Subscription Plan
Plan Type | Price | Editors | Storage | Recommendation
Starter | Free | 3 Editors | 3 Projects | ⭐⭐
Professional | $12/editor/mo | Unlimited | Unlimited Projects | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Organization | $45/editor/mo | Enterprise features | Advanced Admin | Large Teams
Phase 3: Team Configuration
Set Team Information
Team name and logo
Default project settings
Invite link settings
Member Management
Add team member emails
Set member roles (Editor/Viewer)
Configure permission levels
Entering Payment Information
Proceed to Payment
Team Settings → Billing
Click "Upgrade to Professional"
Choose Annual or Monthly (Annual recommended for 18% savings)
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: Team Pinyin recommended
Billing Address Entry (Critical Step)
Country: United States
Use a professional US address generator
Example Format:
Company: [Your Team English Name] Address: 1234 Design Street City: San Francisco State: CA ZIP Code: 94102 VAT Number: Fill in if applicable (Optional)
Verification & Activation
Instant Verification
Figma will perform a $1 authorization hold (refunded immediately)
Verification of card validity and address matching
Service Activation
Professional features activate immediately after successful payment
All editors gain full permissions
Create unlimited projects
Function Verification
Test Team Library functionality
Verify Version History
Check advanced permission settings
Figma Team Core Features
Feature | Starter | Professional
Number of Editors | Max 3 | Unlimited
Number of Projects | 3 Projects | Unlimited
Version History | 30 Days | Unlimited
Team Libraries | ❌ | ✅
Advanced Permissions | Basic | Full
Audio Conversations | ❌ | ✅
Troubleshooting Guide
Common Causes of Payment Failure
Region Detection Failure (Solution: Use US residential IP; clear browser cache)
Strict Address Validation (Solution: Use a real, existing US address)
Team Size Restriction (Solution: Ensure editor count is reasonable)
Abnormal Subscription Status
Charged but not active (Wait 5-10 mins for sync; check email for confirmation; contact Figma support)
Restricted feature access (Ensure logged in as Team Admin; clear browser cache and re-log; check member permissions)
Subscription Management Guide
Team Management
Billing Management: Team Settings → Billing
Member Management: Add/remove team members
Permission Management: Set different permission levels
Resource Management
Project Organization: Use folders to categorize projects
Design Systems: Create team libraries for unified design
Template Management: Establish a design template library
Cost Optimization Suggestions
Annual Discount: Choose annual billing to save 18%
Accurate Estimation: Subscribe based on actual editor count
Permission Optimization: Use Viewers where possible to reduce Editor costs
Security Reminders
MPCard Protection: Set reasonable spending limits
Team Security: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Project Security: Set granular project access permissions
Figma Team Special Features
Enhanced Collaboration
Real-time Collaboration
Simultaneous multi-user editing
Live cursor display
Commenting and feedback system
Design Systems
Create team component libraries
Unified design specifications
Automatic component updates
Version Management
Version History
Unlimited version saving
Version comparison feature
One-click restore to historical versions
Branching
Create design branches
Merge request reviews
Conflict resolution tools
Usage Examples
Team Library Setup
JavaScript
// Team Library Component Creation Example // 1. Create base component // 2. Publish to Team Library // 3. Team members sync and use
Collaborative Workflow
Standard Design Workflow
Create design file
Invite team members to collaborate
Real-time review and feedback
Version control and management
Handoff for development assets
Advanced Configuration
Design System Management
Color Styles: Define brand palettes; create color styles; ensure consistency
Text Styles: Set font hierarchy; define text styles; maintain typography unity
Plugin Ecosystem
Efficiency Plugins: Auto-layout plugins; icon library integration; data-filling tools
Collaboration Plugins: User flow tools; interactive prototype plugins; design review tools
Multi-platform Support
Web: Full feature support
Desktop: Windows and macOS apps
Mobile: iOS and Android viewers
Community: Rich plugin and template ecosystem
Technical Specifications
File Format: .fig proprietary format
Export Formats: PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF
Integrations: Slack, Jira, Notion, etc.
API Access: REST API support
Best Practice Suggestions
Team Collaboration Standards
Naming Conventions: Unified file naming; clear layer structure; standardized component naming
Workflow: Establish review processes; set handoff standards; define versioning rules
Performance Optimization
File Optimization: Group layers logically; use components to reduce repetition; clean up unused styles
Collaboration Efficiency: Establish design templates; use team library components; set review criteria
Educational Discounts
Student Discount: Eligible users get Professional features for free
Educational Institutions: Schools can apply for education licenses
Non-profits: Discounts available for eligible organizations
Support Resources
Learning: Official documentation (Figma Help Center); community forums; video tutorials (YouTube channel)
Tech Support: Live chat support; bug reporting/feature requests; service status page
By following this guide, you can successfully subscribe to Figma Professional Team using an MPChat virtual card. Figma has relatively strict payment verification; please ensure high consistency of "US IP + US Card + US Address." We recommend choosing the appropriate number of editors based on your team size to fully leverage the advanced features for better design efficiency and collaboration.