Still finding it impossible to subscribe to X (formerly known as Twitter)? Are you still experiencing, “Payment method unavailable” error on X Premium while your Naira card gets ghosted? Luckily, there’s a better way to bypass this.
At this time, X is the ultimate social platform to be on, and even more interesting if you’re a premium user with blue checks for credibility, Grok 4 for killer content ideas, ad revenue sharing up to $1,000+/month, and priority visibility that lands sponsorships/brand deals. However, with the stringent CBN restrictions, Stripe blocks, and Google Play’s “unavailable” problems, it leaves Nigerians out of all these opportunities.
Here’s the good news! The VitalSwap Virtual USD card is here to solve your problem. Thousands of Nigerian creators are already verified and earning right now, thanks to this exact Google Play workaround that 100% works all the time.
Ready to get your blue check, unlock Grok AI, and start cashing in? This guide walks you through it.
Step-by-Step Guide to Subscribe to X Premium
Different platforms have different rules, but this Google Play hack bypasses the “unavailable” status for Nigerians.
Step 1: Create & Fund Your VitalSwap Virtual Dollar Card
- Download the VitalSwap app (Play Store/App Store) or visit vitalswap.com.
- Sign up and complete your KYC
- Tap “Cards” > “Get USD Virtual Card” > Select Freedom Mastercard ($1 fee).
Also Read: The Easiest Way To Set Up Your Virtual Dollar Card
Step 2: Add Card to Google Play (The “Unavailable” Bypass) Even if it says “unavailable,” this US profile trick makes purchases work:
- Open Google Play Store > Top-right profile icon > “Payments & subscriptions” > “Payment methods.”
- Tap “More payment settings” (redirects to https://payments.google.com/gp/w/home/settings
- Under “Addresses,” add this exact US billing address:
- Address Line: 256 Chapman Road
- City: Newark
- State: Delaware
- ZIP Code: 19702
- Save > Back to “Payment methods” > “Add credit or debit card.”
- Change the country to the United States of America.
- Enter Freedom Mastercard details: 16-digit number, expiry, CVV (from VitalSwap app). It might still flag “unavailable,” but purchases now process fine.
Step 3: Subscribe via X App
- Tap “Subscribe” on your X account, and the Google Play confirmation pops up.
- Select VitalSwap virtual USD card (now visible/working).
- Confirm the transaction and process it in seconds!
Pro Tip: Android app = lowest fees (no web glitches). If issues? Clear cache, incognito mode, or contact VitalSwap chat/support.
In Conclusion,
With the VitalSwap virtual dollar card, you can do so much more. Whether it’s subscribing to X, or shopping on your favorite online stores like Temu, Shein, Amazon, AliExpress, etc.
Don’t have the virtual dollar card yet? Go download the VitalSwap app now and create your virtual USD card to get started.
