Originally Posted by
gj83
I used Citi's virtual account numbers many times. I used it for a recurring thing, but it surprisingly showed up on my next statement even though the virtual number expired.
AMEX's blue credit card had them back in 2001. I haven't had the card since then and haven't looked at my other AMEX credit cards so YMMV.
You can always put in a limit on how much each number can charge. VAN is great for single and recurring charges from place you don't really trust.