# Platforms / CLI

## Create cards from the terminal

The fastest way to create and manage virtual debit cards for AI agents. One install, one command, infinite cards.

```bash
$ npm install -g agent-cards|
```

```bash
$ agent-cards cards create --amount 25
```

## Every command

The full reference for the agent-cards CLI.

```bash
$ agent-cards cards create --amount <dollars>
```

Issue a single-use virtual Visa card with a spending limit. Cards auto-cancel after one authorized payment.

- **--amount** <dollars>  Spending limit in USD (required)

```bash
$ agent-cards cards list
```

View all your cards — ID, last 4 digits, expiry, balance, status, and creation date.

```bash
$ agent-cards cards details <id>
```

Decrypt and display the full card number (PAN), CVV, and expiry date.
- **<id>**  Card ID to inspect (required)

```bash
$ agent-cards balance <id>
```

Quick balance check for any card. Shows cached status when available.
- **<id>**  Card ID to check (required)

```bash
$ agent-cards cards transactions <id>
```

Transaction history for a card — date, merchant, amount, and status.
- **<id>**  Card ID to query (required)
- **--limit <n>**  Max number of transactions to show
- **--status <status>**  Filter by status (pending, completed, declined)

```bash
$ agent-cards setup-mcp
```

Configure the AgentCard MCP server in Claude Code. Your agent can then create cards, check balances, and pay for things autonomously.

## Start now

Install the CLI, sign up, and create your first card — all from the terminal.

```bash
$ npm install -g agent-cards|
```