How to Pay With Apple Pay

Making purchases, either online or in-person, has never been easier since the advent of Apple Pay. Your payments are contactless, safe, and secure. Paying for your purchases with this app is easier than using a debit or credit card. Do you want to pay for your things with Apple Pay but aren’t sure exactly how it works?

In this article, we’ll cover how to pay with Apple Pay on an iPhone, online, and on Amazon. But first, let’s discuss how to set up your Apple Pay account.

How to Set Up an Apple Pay Account

Before you can pay with Apple Pay, you’ll need to set up an Apple Pay account. All that’s needed is to link a credit or debit card to your Apple account. You’ll need to use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac to set up the account and be signed in to ICloud with a valid Apple ID.

For the purposes of this article, we’ll discuss how to set up your Apple Pay account using an iPhone. To learn how, follow the steps below:

1. Open the “Wallet” app on your iPhone.
   
2. Tap the “+” icon.
   
3. Select “Credit or Debit Card.”
   
4. Read the disclaimer, and if you agree to the terms, press “Continue.”
   
5. You’ll be given the opportunity to either take a photo of your debit or credit card or to enter your card details manually.
   
6. Fill in the appropriate details and click “Next.”
   
7. Select a verification method, either email, text, or call.
   
8. Enter the verification code and tap “Next.”
   
9. Once your bank verifies your information, select “Done.”
   

Your Apple Pay account is now verified and can be used.

You can pay with Apple Pay at most places that accept the payment method you used to open your Apple Pay account. If they accept the credit or debit card that you have linked to your account, then you can pay with Apple Pay. To pay with Apple Pay on an iPhone, follow the instructions below:

For iPhones with Face ID:

1. Double-tap the button on the side of your iPhone.
   
2. Authenticate by using Face ID or enter your passcode.
   
3. Place the top of your iPhone near the contactless reader.
   
4. Once payment has been read, a checkmark will appear on the screen.
   

For iPhones with Touch ID:

1. Double-tap the button on the side of your iphone then authenticate by placing your thumb on the home button or entering your passcode.
   
2. Place the top of your iPhone near the contactless reader.
   
3. A checkmark will appear on your phone’s screen once payment has been made.
   

How to Pay With Apple Pay Online

You have the ability topay with Apple Pay online within apps and online using the Safari browser. To learn how, follow the instructions below:

To pay with Apple Pay using an iPhone:

1. When you arrive at the payment page, either tap the “Apple Pay” button or select your payment method as Apple Pay and enter any required billing, shipping, and contact information.
   
2. Confirm payment by either double-tapping the side or home button, depending on which iPhone model you are using.
   
3. Once payment has been accepted, a checkmark will appear on the screen.
   

To use Apple Pay on a Mac with Touch ID:

1. On the payment page, tap the “Apple Pay” button or for payment method, choose Apple Pay.
2. If prompted, enter any required information such as shipping, billing, and contact information.
3. Confirm your payment by placing your finger on the Touch ID pad.

How to Pay With Apple Pay on Amazon

Amazon supports Apple Pay for payments. The way to pay with Apple Pay is similar to the method described for other online purposes. To learn how to pay on Amazon with Apple Pay, follow the steps below:

To pay with Apple Pay on Amazon using an iPhone:

1. On the Amazon payment page, simply tap the “Apple Pay” button or choose Apple Pay as your payment method. If asked, enter your billing, shipping, and contact information.
   
2. Depending on which iPhone model you have, either double-tap the side or home button.
   
3. When Amazon has accepted your payment, you’ll see a checkmark on your screen.
   

To pay Amazon with Apple Pay on a Mac with Touch ID:

1. When you arrive at the payment page, tap the “Apple Pay” button or choose Apply Pay for your payment method.
2. If prompted, enter appropriate shipping, billing, and contact information.
3. To initiate the payment, place your finger on the Touch ID pad.

FAQ

Can I add multiple cards to my Apple Pay account?

Yes. Apple Pay allows for up to 8 cards on your account. When using your iPhone to pay using a contactless reader, your default card will be used. If you’d like to use a card other than your default, you’ll need to change it in your Apple Pay settings before making the payment.

Seamless Payments Using Apple Pay

Whether you’re buying something in a retail store or online, Apple Pay is a quick and easy way to pay. Your credit or debit card information is stored in your Apple Wallet, so there’s no need to swipe a card or enter lengthy card numbers. All you need to do is either hover your phone over a contactless reader or simply tap the Apple Pay button.

Have you used Apple Pay for purchases? Did you use the same methods outlined in this article? Let us know in the comments section below.