To get started with Google Wallet, download and set up the app.
Important: The Google Pay app is now the Google Wallet app. If you already have the Google Pay app, you don’t have to download anything new. The next time you open the Google Pay app , it may show as Google Wallet
or you’ll be prompted to go to the Play Store and update the app. After the update, the app appears as Google Wallet.
What you need
- To use the app, you must have a valid Google Account, subject to these age restrictions per country or region. Some features within Google Wallet may have specific age requirements.
- Users need Android 7 to download and use the app. Learn how to update your Android version.
- Up to date Google Play Services and Google Wallet app.
Tips:
- The Google Wallet app won’t work on a rooted device.
- Google Wallet also doesn't support work profiles.
- If you have a work profile on your Android device, you must use your personal profile with Google Wallet.
Get the Google Wallet app
From the Play Store, download the Google Wallet app.
Set up Google Wallet
- Open the Google Wallet app
.
- Follow the setup instructions.
- If you’re new to Google Wallet, you’re asked to add a card the first time you open the app. You can use your camera to scan a debit or credit card or enter the details manually.
- If you previously added cards, tickets, or passes to your wallet with Google Pay, they should appear in your Google Wallet.
- You may be asked to set up a screen lock on your Android device.
- To make contactless payments, make sure your phone meets software standards, has NFC, NFC is turned on, and Google Pay is set as the default payment app.
Next steps
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