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Google Pay ® - Initial Setup - Add a Payment Card

2026-10-22 16:04:23.819

Google Pay® - Initial Setup - Add a Payment Card

If you're adding a card during the initial setup of Google Pay, view this info.
Google Pay:
  • is a secure wallet solution that stores credit cards, debit cards, loyalty cards, gift cards and more.
  • allows you to use your smartphone for shopping in-store and online.
  1. Navigate to the Google Play™ Store Play store icon then download and install Google Pay.
    Google Pay app icon
  2. From the app, tap
    Get started
    .
    If needed, tap the Dropdown icon Dropdown menu icon then select the appropriate Google account.
    Google Pay Get Started screen
  3. From the app, tap
    Add a card
    .
    Google Pay Add a card screen
  4. Line up the payment card in the photo viewer then take a picture.
    Alternatively, tap
    Add Manually
    then enter the required info (e.g., card number, expiration date, etc.).
  5. Enter the 3-digit security (CVC) number on the back of the card.
  6. Enter the street address.
  7. Confirm the card details then tap
    Continue
    .
  8. To continue, review the Terms of Service then tap
    Accept
    .
    Issuer Terms screen
  9. If no screen lock is currently set up on the device:
    A secure screen lock (e.g., pattern, PIN, etc.) is required to use Google Pay.
    If the screen lock is ever disabled, you're prompted to reset it or all cards are removed.
    1. Tap
      Activate
      .
    2. Select the preferred screen lock type then follow the on-screen instructions for setup.
  10. The card is now visible in Google Pay.
    If presented, enter then re-enter a 4-digit Payments PIN.
    Plus symbol