How do I use and activate Tap N' Pay?

Tap N' Pay lets you pay by logging in to the GCash app and tapping your phone on the payment terminal—no need to scan or swipe to pay. Plus, there are no additional fees for using this feature.

To start using Tap N' Pay as your payment method, follow these steps:

Check if your phone supports Tap N' Pay

Currently, GCash Tap N' Pay is available only on Android (Huawei and iOS devices are not supported at this time). Next, make sure your phone supports NFC, which is the technology that powers Tap N' Pay. You may check this list to see if your phone comes with NFC.

For some devices, you may need to go to your phone settings and turn on NFC.

Check if Tap N' Pay is available to you

Only select Fully Verified users can use this feature. To check if you’re selected, tap “View All Services” on the GCash homepage then find “Tap N' Pay” under Pay. If you don’t see this icon, you may not have been selected yet—but don’t worry, we’re gradually adding more users. You can check back again in the GCash app for updates.

Activate Tap N' Pay

1. Login to the GCash app and tap View All Services
2. Select Tap N' Pay
3. Agree to the Terms and Conditions

You’ll be led to a page that confirms the activation of your GCash Tap N' Pay.

Where you can use Tap N' Pay

You can use Tap N' Pay for in-store retail transactions on Mastercard and partner POS terminals. This is not available on transit, ATM, or e-commerce transactions.

Pay with Tap N' Pay

1. Login to the GCash app and tap View All Services
2. Select Tap N' Pay
3. Hold your phone near the terminal. You’ll hear a beep or see a green light once the payment is accepted.

You’ll receive an app inbox message and a push notification, then you’ll be redirected to a page confirming your successful transaction.

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