What is Apple Pay and why should you use it?
Apple Pay is a digital wallet that uses Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to make secure contactless payments. You can link your debit or credit card to Apple Pay and make purchases with compatible iOS devices like iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad and Mac. No more carrying cash or cards – just tap to pay!
Benefits of Apple Pay
- Convenient: Pay with just a tap – no need to carry cash or cards
- Secure: Your card details are never stored on your device or shared with merchants
- Private: Apple doesn’t track your purchases, so your payment activity stays private
- Fast: Payments are quicker than traditional card transactions
- Zero fees: Enjoy free local transactions when using Apple Pay
Setting up Apple Pay on your device
Setting up Apple Pay is quick and easy – you’ll be ready to pay in no time.
How to add your card to Apple Pay in our app
- Sign in on our app
- Tap Cards, choose your card and then Add to Apple Wallet
- Follow the on-screen instructions
That’s it! You’re ready to start using Apple Pay.
How to use Apple Pay
After setting up Apple Pay, you can make safe, contactless payments in just a few steps.
Paying in-store with Touch ID
- Double-click the home button to open your Apple Pay Wallet
- Hold the top of your iPhone close to the NFC reader and keep your finger on Touch ID
- Wait for the card reader to confirm the payment with a sound or visual signal
- Your iPhone will vibrate and show a tick and the word Done
Paying in-store with Face ID or passcode
- Double-tap the side button on your iPhone
- Your default card and the Face ID icon will appear
- Authenticate using Face ID or your passcode, then hold your iPhone near the NFC reader
- The card reader will confirm the payment with a sound or visual signal
- Your iPhone will vibrate, beep, and display a tick with Done
Paying in-store with Apple Watch
- Double-click the side button on your Apple Watch
- Hold the face of your watch near the NFC reader
- The card reader will confirm the payment with a sound or visual signal
- Your watch will vibrate and beep
Using Apple Pay online or in apps
Simply choose Apple Pay as your payment method at checkout.
Tips for using Apple Pay safely
- Use biometric authentication or a secure passcode to protect your device
- Regularly check your bank statements for any unusual transactions
- Stick to trusted stores and websites when using Apple Pay
- When paying online, use a secure and private network instead of public WiFi
Apple Pay makes life easier and more secure. Set it up today and enjoy fast, contactless payments wherever you go.
