What is Google Wallet?

Google Wallet is a digital wallet that allows you to securely store your cards, tickets, passes, keys, and IDs. Note: Not all features are available in every region, but we’re to bring them to you in the coming months.

What can I do with Google Wallet?

Tap to pay everywhere Google Pay is accepted, use loyalty cards, board a flight, and more, all with just your phone. Note: Not all features are available in every region, but we’re to bring them to you in the coming months.

How do I get started with Google Wallet?

Getting started is simple. Open the Google Wallet app or download it on Google Play. Tap ‘Add to Wallet’, follow the instructions, and verify your card if needed. You’re all set!

How do I pay with Google Wallet?

Set up your Android phone for easy contactless payments. Just add your credit or debit cards to get started. When you’re ready to pay, unlock your phone, hold it near the reader, and look for the check mark to know your payment has been accepted. That’s it!

Where can I download Google Wallet?

Download Google Wallet on your Android device from the Play Store.

Is Google Wallet free of charge?

Yes! Google Wallet is free of charge to all users.

How safe is Google Wallet?

Security and privacy are built into every part of Google Wallet to keep all your essentials protected. When you tap to pay with your Android phone, Google Pay doesn’t share your real credit card number with the business, so your payment info stays safe.

What's the relationship between Google Wallet and Google Pay?

Google Wallet is a secure & private digital wallet on Android that gives you quick access to payments cards, passes, tickets, keys, or IDs that you choose to store on it. The Google Pay app helps you manage your money and your finances. Use the app to: Get insights about your spending and spending habits Send money to friends and family or split bills Earn rewards on eligible transactions Find offers from your favorite merchants

What is a digital wallet?

A digital wallet is a fast, secure way to pay with your phone or to store cards, tickets, passes, keys and IDs.

What are contactless payments?

Enabling contactless payments allows you to use your phone to pay everywhere Google Pay or contactless payments are accepted. To make contactless purchases with Google Wallet, you must have an Android phone with Near Field Communication (NFC). <a href=https://docs.google.com/document/d/15c3s-PoxBUwPY3CXTQWiE5-2k_zyCyz-doV53zgpUjU/edit#bookmark=id.xmvyz24xd9mp>Check if your phone can make contactless purchases .

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It’s not a wallet.
It’s Google Wallet.

Keep everything protected in one place, no matter where you go with the new Google Wallet. Access essentials like your payments cards, loyalty cards, concert tickets, and more - all from your Android phone.

Payments

A faster, safer, easier way to pay.

When you add your payment cards to Google Wallet, you can tap to pay anywhere Google Pay is accepted. And know your personal payment details are kept safe and secure.

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Travel & transit

Get around town with a tap

Carry metro cards, plane tickets and bus passes all on your phone. Keep up with changes to departure times with information pulled from Google Search and load your transit card balance directly in Google Maps. That way you’ll know when your funds are running low before it’s too late.

See the right pass at the right time

Skip the line or ticket booth

Get updates from Google Wallet if your departure info changes

loyalty

Never lose a loyalty card again

Add your loyalty and gift cards to Google Wallet and you'll never miss a chance to save. See all your loyalty cards in one place, so you can save a little with every latte.

TICKETS

Now your phone is your ticket to the

theme park

Carry everything you need to see a show or cheer on your favorite team. Google Wallet will even surface your ticket on the day of the event, so you won't miss the opening act or first quarter.

ACCESS

Your keyring just got a little lighter

Carry your digital car keys in Google Wallet to make hitting the road easy and secure. Just hold your phone to your car door handle to unlock your next adventure.

Digital car keys are now available on select BMW models with more car models to come at a later date. Learn more.

HEALTH

Proof of vaccination, always within reach

Now you’re covered anywhere that requires proof of vaccination. Keep your vaccine card secure in Google Wallet to gain entry right from your phone.

COVID-19 vaccine cards and COVID-19 test records are only available in certain countries. Learn more.

IDENTITY

An easier way to prove it’s you

A digital wallet isn’t a wallet without an ID. Add your driver's license and student ID to Google Wallet to make proving you’re you easier than ever.

Coming soon to select locations

Security

With Google Wallet, you’re in control of your data

Protect your personal information wherever you go and your money wherever you pay. Google Wallet gives you advanced security and easy-to-use privacy controls so you and your information stay safe every day.

Android offers 2-step verification, Find My Phone, and remote data erase

Tap to pay uses encrypted payment codes to hide your real card number

Google lets you choose the info you share between products for a tailored experience

FAQS

Have questions?

Google Wallet is a secure & private digital wallet on Android that gives you quick access to payments cards, passes, tickets, keys, or IDs that you choose to store on it.

The Google Pay app helps you manage your money and your finances. Use the app to:
- Get insights about your spending and spending habits
- Send money to friends and family or split bills
- Earn rewards on eligible transactions
- Find offers from your favorite merchants