How do I use and activate Tap to Pay?

Tap to 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 to Pay as your payment method, follow these steps:

Check if your phone supports Tap to Pay

Currently, GCash Tap to 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 to 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 to 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 to 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 to Pay
3. Agree to the Terms and Conditions

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

Where you can use Tap to Pay

You can use Tap to 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 to Pay

1. Login to the GCash app and tap View All Services
2. Select Tap to 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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