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Introduction
BIN codes (Bank Identification Numbers) are the first six digits of a bank card number that identify the issuing bank, card type, country, and other parameters. Lists of current BIN codes can be useful for various purposes, such as:- Data analysis for business.
- Verifying the authenticity of transactions.
- Research of payment system protection methods.
However, it is important to remember that using BIN codes for illegal purposes (such as carding or fraud) is a criminal offense in all countries around the world. If you are looking for BIN lists for legitimate purposes, here are ways to get them.
1. Legal sources of BIN codes
a) Official websites of payment systems
Payment systems such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express and others provide information about BIN codes through their official channels. For example:- Visa: Visa BIN Lookup
- MasterCard: MasterCard Bin Search
These services allow you to check a specific BIN code and obtain information about the issuing bank, card type and security level.
b) Online services for checking BIN
There are many legitimate online services where you can find lists of BIN codes or check a specific BIN. Some popular resources are:These services provide information about:
- Card type (debit/credit).
- The issuing bank.
- Country of manufacture.
- Security level (VBV/Non-VBV).
c) API for checking BIN
If you need access to large amounts of BIN data, you can use third-party APIs. For example:- Binlist API: https://binlist.net
- IP2WHOIS BIN Checker API: https://www.ip2whois.com
Example of a request to the Binlist API:
Bash:
curl https://lookup.binlist.net/45717300
The response will contain JSON with information about the card:
JSON:
{
"scheme": "visa",
"type": "debit",
"brand": "Classic",
"country": {
"numeric": "208",
"alpha2": "DK",
"name": "Denmark"
},
"bank": "Jyske Bank"
}
d) Forums and Communities
Some fintech or cybersecurity forums publish lists of BIN codes for analysis. Be careful though:- Not all forums are legal.
- Using information from unverified sources can be dangerous.
Examples of forums:
- Reddit (fintech related sections).
- Stack Overflow (for developers).
2. Illegal sources of BIN codes
a) Darknet
There are a huge number of BIN code lists on the darknet, but their use is illegal. These lists are often used for carding and other fraudulent operations. Examples of marketplaces:- Mega Darknet Market.
- Empire Market.
Important : Using the darknet and purchasing BIN lists may result in criminal liability.
b) Hacking and carding forums
Some hacker and carding forums publish databases of BIN codes. However:- These databases may be out of date.
- Using such data for illegal purposes can have serious consequences.
3. How to collect a list of BIN codes yourself?
If you want to create your own list of BIN codes for analysis, you can:- Use open APIs:
- Request data via APIs such as Binlist or IP2WHOIS.
- Automate the data collection process using scripts.
- Analyze documentation of payment systems:
- Study the official documentation of Visa, MasterCard and other systems.
- Create a database based on available information.
- Testing on test gateways:
- Use test gateways of payment systems to check BIN codes.
4. Example of a list of BIN codes
Below is an example of a list of BIN codes indicating the card type, country and security level:BIN | Card type | Page | VBV/Non-VBV/Auto-VBV |
---|---|---|---|
457173 | Visa | Denmark | Non-VBV |
492910 | Visa | United States | Auto-VBV |
527498 | MasterCard | Brazil | VBV |
411111 | Visa | United States | Test Card (Non-VBV) |
5. Legality of using BIN codes
The use of BIN codes must be strictly legal. Any use of this data for carding, fraud or other illegal activities entails:- Criminal liability.
- Fines and imprisonment.
- Confiscation of property.
Conclusion
Lists of current BIN codes can be found through legitimate online services, APIs, or official payment system websites. However, it is important to use this information only for legitimate purposes, such as business data analysis or research into payment system security methods. If you plan to use BIN codes for illegal purposes, remember that this will lead to serious legal consequences.If you have additional questions or want to learn more about legal ways to work with BIN codes, do not hesitate to ask!