How to Use Apple Pay on Watch

With the technological advancements and capabilities of smart devices, you do not have to carry around your wallet as you can pay directly from your smartwatch. For example, Apple has Apple pay, which enables its users to pay directly with their iPhones or Apple Watches. However, you may wonder how to use Apple Pay on Watch, especially if you have never done so. 

The process is straightforward, and storing all your cards in one place can be convenient because you will not have to carry them. So, read on and find out what steps you need to take to purchase your Apple Watch.

How to Use Apple Pay on Watch

Follow the next steps to make a purchase using Apple Pay from Apple Watch:

1. First, double-click the side button on the Apple Watch. 
2. Your default card will open automatically.
3. If you want a different one, scroll down and choose another. 
4. Hold the screen of your Apple Watch close to the contactless reader. 

Using Apple Pay From Your Apple Watch

You can use Apple Pay on your Apple Watch if it is enabled on your iPhone. Open the Watch app after bringing your Watch and phone together. From the list of apps, choose the Wallet & Apple Pay icons.

You will then see a list of the cards in your Apple Wallet. The cards on your Watch can be added or removed as you choose. Be aware that occasionally you will need to perform another two-factor authentication check on your cards.

There is another part underneath the list of cards where you can customize your default Apple Watch card, shipping address, and other settings.

Once everything is set up, you must double-tap your Apple Watch button and tap it against the payment terminal. It will display the card you selected as your default in the Watch app on your iPhone.

The steps to use Apple Pay

1. Double-click the side button for your default bank card and hold your Apple Watch a few centimeters away from the contactless reader.
2. You will receive a gentle buzz to confirm your payment. Press the Digital Crown to return to your watch face.
3. If you want to use another card to make a transaction, double-click the side button on your Apple Watch.
4. Select the card you want to use. 
5. Place your Apple Watch close to the reader while the new card is picked.
6. When you hear a soft buzz to confirm your payment, press the Digital Crown to return to your Watch’s face.

Read more: What Is The Red Dot on My Apple Watch?

Using Apple Pay to Pay Online or Within Apps 

You can use Apple Pay on your apple watch to pay for online purchases or within apps if you use the option for Apple Pay. 

1. Once you are done shopping, choose Apple Pay as your payment method. 
2. If you want to use a card other than your default one, scroll down. 
3. You may need to input your billing, shipping, and contact info if it has not been saved before on your Apple Watch.
4. Then you should confirm the payment. 
5. Once the payment is successful, you will see Done and a green checkmark on your display. 

How to Set up Apple Pay on Apple Watch

The Watch app on your iPhone allows you to add credit, debit, and prepaid cards to your Apple Watch.

1. Launch the Watch app on your iPhone. Go to the My Watch tab.
2. Click “Wallet & Apple Pay”.
3. Click Continue after selecting Add Card.
4. To add a card to your Apple Watch after adding it to your iPhone, you’ll be asked to input the card’s security code. If you’re using brand-new cards, you can manually enter the information or take a picture of your card on the screen to enter the following info: name, card number, expiration date, and security code.
5. After providing your credit card information, you will be directed to a Terms and Conditions page. Examine this page, then hit Agree to carry ahead with the setup.
6. After Apple Pay is configured on your card, your bank or card issuing company will verify your information and determine if you can use your card with Apple Pay. Your bank or card issuer will ask you for further information if necessary to authenticate your card.
7. You will see a confirmation screen, and the card will show up under “Payment Cards On Your Watch” once you’ve successfully added a card to your Watch.

How to Add a Card to Your Apple Watch

You can add a card to your Apple Watch through your iPhone or directly on your Apple Watch. 

Adding a card to an Apple Watch with iPhone 

1. Open your Apple Watch app on your iPhone. 
2. Click on the My Watch option, then select Wallet & Apple Pay. 
3. If you have cards on other Apple devices or recently removed cards, click Add next to a card you want to add, after which you should input the card’s CVV. 
4. For adding a new card, click on Add Card and follow the instructions on the screen. You may need to take some additional steps to verify your identity. 

Adding a card directly to an Apple Watch

You can also add an Apple Account, debit, credit, and transit cards on your Apple Watch. 

1. On your Apple Watch, open the Wallet app.
2. You should scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on Add Card. 
3. Pick the Apple Account, Credit or Debit Card, or Transit Card. After you do that, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 

Read more: What Can a Smartwatch Do Without a Phone?

Conclusion 

Using Apple Pay on your Apple Watch can be incredibly convenient as you will not need to keep track of your cards or carry cash. However, if you have not done it before, you may wonder how to use Apple Pay on Watch. 

As you can see above, using Apple Pay on your Apple Watch is straightforward for in-store or online purchases. For in-store purchases, put the screen of the Apple watch on the reader, and the payment will go through. And for online shopping, click on the payment confirmation tab, and you are done.