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Only use the number on the back of your Link card 1-800-678-LINK (5465), Illinois Link Card Website (ebtEDGE.com) or the ebtEDGE app to access your Link account. Use the Illinois Link Card Website (ebtEDGE.com) or the mobile app ebtEDGE to protect your card.
To log into your account: To create a new User ID and Password: What is EBT? EBT is used in all states to issue food stamp benefits to recipients. Many states also issue cash benefits such as TANF using EBT. Recipients are issued an "EBT Card" similar to a bank ATM or debit card to receive and use their food stamp and/or cash benefits.
You can use your Illinois Link Card for SNAP and Cash Assistance purchases at participating stores. All stores that take Illinois Link should have an Illinois Link sign on the door. If you do not see the Illinois Link sign, ask the store manager if they accept Illinois Link before you shop.
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Get ready to renew! Use Manage My Case to access your benefits, check your redetermination due date, and verify your mailing address. If you're due, renew online right away. Forgot your account details? Create a new ABE User Id and Password and link your new account to your case by proving your identity.
You must have a User ID and password to log into your account. After you have created your account, you can change your password at any time. To reset your password, enter your 5 digit mailing Zip Code, Date of Birth, your 16 digit EBT Card Number, and a Password twice for confirmation.
SNAP participants can purchase groceries online for delivery or pick-up at participating grocers in Illinois. Use SNAP EBT Benefits at Restaurants Through the new SNAP Restaurant Meals Program in Illinois, eligible individuals may use their SNAP benefits to purchase hot meals from participating restaurants.