security number for sandbox credit cards
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hey i need a tip. I'm trying to test payments and payouts on my website and the funny thing is my sandbox generated users don't have a zip code or a security code for the credit card. have been looking thoroughly so I ask some one to point out the button i'm missing. thanks.

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You can use any security code for sandbox test cards.
Alternatively, you can use our credit card generation tool here : https://developer.paypal.com/developer/creditCardGenerator/
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The test cards don't include a card verification code (CVV), you can use 123 as the CVV for Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Diners Club or 1234 as the CVV for American Express.
When using test cards, you can specify an expiration date in the future, using one of the following formats:
PayPal Payments Pro – Use format mmyyyy.
PayPal Payflow Pro – Use format mmyy.
You can also generate card numbers using an external site like:
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You may also use test credit card numbers that are issued within the PayPal Sandbox account.
Hope this helps.
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Hello,
The old VCCGenerator site is switched to <removed> - <don't share external links> make sure to visit the correct site.
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