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Apple Pay is a great way to pay for things simply and securely. You can use Apple Pay on your iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and MacBook. Here's how to set up Apple Pay so you can start using it today!
Setting up Apple Pay is an easy process that can be done in just a few minutes.
First, ensure your iPhone has been updated to the latest version of iOS. You can check this by opening your Settings app, tapping General > Software Update, and then scrolling down to see an update available to install.
Next, make sure you have a credit or debit card in your Wallet app. If you do not already have one, you can add one by opening the Wallet app and tapping on the plus sign in the screen's upper-right corner.
Next, tap "Add Credit or Debit Card." You'll be prompted to enter your card information—name, card number, expiration date, security code—and choose whether you want to store it in NFC or Passbook (if you're storing it in NFC, the default place where Apple Pay will store your cards). Then tap "Next" at the bottom of your screen.
After entering all of your information and tapping Next again, you'll go through a few more screens where you can choose which cards are eligible for use with Apple Pay. Make sure that all cards whose purchases you want recorded in Wallet are checked here! If you don't know what Wallet is or don't have any eligible cards, don't worry about it—you can always add more later on!
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What is Apple Pay?
Apple Pay is a service that allows you to make purchases in stores or online using your iPhone, Watch, or iPad. It works by using near-field communication (NFC) technology, which means you can wave your device over the payment terminal at checkout, and your payment information will automatically fill in.
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Can I use Apple Pay on all retailers?
Apple Pay is only available in the United States and the UK, but more countries are expected to be added soon. In addition to being limited by the government, it may also not be available at certain retailers if they still need to upgrade their payment systems for contactless payments or don't have NFC terminals (which can be used for contactless payments).
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What types of cards can I add?
You can add credit or debit cards from most financial institutions (such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express) and store reward cards like those issued by supermarkets or department stores like Target or Walmart.
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Is there a limit to how much money I can spend with Apple Pay? Are there any limitations on how much money I can store in my account?
There are no limitations to how much money you can spend with Apple Pay. However, there may be some limit on how much money you can store in your account. For example, if you have a credit with monthly spending limits, those will still apply when using Apple Pay.
The above information should answer most of your questions about how to set up Apple Pay. If you're looking for a quick way to start with Apple Pay, we hope this guide has helped you.
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