What is Apple Pay?
Apple Pay was already available in other countries for a long time, but now it finally arrives in our country. In case you don't know this payment method, Apple Pay allows you to manage all your cards from your iPhone or Apple Watch, working as a kind of wallet which allows you to pay in stores and online. Simply use your device's TouchID or FaceID to complete the purchase.
Available Banks
Until now, only Citi Banamex, Banorte, and American Express Mastercard cards are compatible with Apple Pay. More banks with compatibility for this service will arrive soon.
What Devices Are Compatible and How Can I Add Cards?
Apple Pay can be used with all iPhone 6 and up, all Apple Watch, iPad Air 2 and up, and Mac with TouchID. Apple Pay on Mac is used through Safari.
To add cards on your device, you need to follow these steps:
- Go to the 'Wallet' app
- Press the "+" button in the upper right corner
- Scan your card or enter the data manually
- Follow the instructions provided by your bank.
How can I offer this Payment Method to my Clients?
If you sell online and want to know how to accept Apple Pay in your Shopify store, here are two payment processors that will allow you to use this service to better serve your customers:
In addition to being a very convenient service, Apple Pay is very secure, since Apple ensures total security and privacy of your payment information. Said information is not stored on its servers or those of the seller, leaving the buyer fully protected. This will allow you to build more trust with your customers when they want to make a purchase.