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A step-by-step guide on how to add a card to Google Pay
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Do you have a new card that you want to add to use with Google Pay? The mobile app used to be known as Google Pay, but is now called Google Wallet, and you can download it for free from the Google Play Store or App Store to manage your daily cards! [1] X Research source Add your credit or debit cards to pay with your phone instead of looking for a physical card. This wikiHow article teaches you how to add a card to Google Wallet so you can use Google Pay.
Things You Should Know
- To add a new card to Google Pay, open the Google Wallet mobile app.
- Tap the plus sign, then select "Payment card."
- Finally, take a picture of your card or enter the details manually, and tap "Save."
Steps
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Launch Google Wallet. Tap the app icon that looks like a wallet sleeve with multi-colored cards.
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Tap + Add to Wallet . It's in the bottom right corner of your screen.
- If you aren't already logged in, log in now.
- From the Google Pay app, tap your profile picture then tap Wallet . You'll be prompted to download the app if you don't have it, or the app will open if you already have it downloaded.
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Tap Payment card . This is usually the first item in the list.
- Anywhere that accepts Google Pay will accept your payment. Look for the "G Pay" icon on the register in-store or near the check-out button on websites.
- A list of cards that you've added to G Pay will appear near the bottom of the screen. You can tap one to select it and skip entering the payment information.
- If the card doesn't show up at the bottom of your screen, tap New credit or debit card .
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Line up your phone and card. Tap Enter details manually if you don't want to take a picture of your card.
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Tap Save . That card is now added to your Google Wallet, so you can use it for Google Pay.
- Tap Accept when prompted, then you might be asked to verify your payment method. Simply choose an option from the list, then you can verify it by following the on-screen steps.
- For example, if you pick to verify a charge, you can check with the card you want to add (either in the app for that card or by calling the number on the back of the card), then return to your Google Wallet and confirm the prices of the charges. [2] X Research source
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- Log into your banking account online or use the bank's mobile app and tap the "GPay" or "Google Wallet" link to add your card. If you don't see it, it's possible that your bank does not support Google Pay. In that case, call your bank for more details.Thanks
- The same applies if you take a picture of your card or enter the details and don't see the card saved in Google Wallet. Call the number on the back of your card for more information about using Google Pay and Google Wallet.Thanks
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