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# Token Lifecycle

> Know about the different states attained by tokens.

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A token goes through various states in its lifecycle.

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  **Handy Tips**

  * Status will be available for the service provider token and the overall token entity.
  * The status of overall token entity is derived from the individual service provider tokens.
  * You may choose to consume one of them based on your integration.
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Given below is a diagram representing the token lifecycle:

<img src="https://razorpay.com/docs/build/browser/assets/images/cards-token-hq-token-lifecycle.jpg" width="800" alt="Token Lifecycle" />

## Overall Token States

A token can have following statuses:

| Status          | Description                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| --------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **initiated**   | This is the token's primary state. This status indicates that Razorpay is working with token service providers to create the token. It may take a few seconds for the token to move to the `active` state.                     |
| **active**      | The token reaches the `active` state when the token is successfully created and activated by a token service provider, that is, card networks. A token in `active` status can be used for payment processing.                  |
| **suspended**   | The status changes to `suspended` when the token is suspended temporarily by the card issuing bank or network. A suspended token may become active later. A suspended token cannot be used for payment processing.             |
| **failed**      | The token status will be `failed` when Razorpay fails to create the token with the token service providers due to: <br />• The card not being eligible. <br />• The issue not being supported. <br />• An invalid card number. |
| **deactivated** | Status will be `deactivated` when: <br />• The token has expired. <br />• The token is deactivated by the bank. <br /> A deactivated token cannot become active again, and cannot be used for payment processing.              |