Google Wallet in Pakistan: How to Download it, its Features, Availability and Security Issue

Google Wallet is now available for download on Android devices via the Google Play Store in Pakistan. You can use it for fast, secure access to your everyday essentials like taking the train and tapping to pay in stores.

Remember that to make contactless payments, you need an Android phone with Near Field Communication (NFC).

How to download Google Wallet?

To download Google Wallet on your Android device, you should follow the following steps:

Go to Google Play Store, search for Google Wallet, select the app and tap on it. Install the app to download the app to your device. Once installed, you can open Google Wallet directly from the Play Store or find your app drawer in it

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Also, ensure your device is running a compatible version of Android and you have a stable internet connection during the download.

Google Wallet Features

Google Wallet provides various features to simplify financial transactions and improve your payment experience:

1.      Contactless Payments

You can make secure in-store payments by tapping your smartphone at contactless terminals.

2.      Send and Receive Money:

You can easily transfer money to friends and request payments.

3.      Store Payment Methods:

You can save credit and debit cards for quick access during transactions.

4.      Loyalty Cards

Try to keep track of loyalty and gift cards in one place.

5.      Transit Passes

You can add public transportation passes for easy travel.

6.      Online Purchases

You can use Google Wallet for fast checkout on supported sites and apps.

7.      Secure Storage

It allows you to store tickets and reservations for convenient access.

8.      Integration

You can sync it with other Google services, like Google Pay for cashless transactions.

Is it safe to use Google Wallet?

When it comes to security features, Google Wallet is generally secure and offers:

1.      Encryption

It protects your payment information and transactions.

2.      Tokenization

It uses unique tokens instead of sharing actual card numbers.

3.      Biometric Authentication

You can enable your fingerprint or facial recognition for app access.

4.      Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

It provides additional security during account access.

5.      Account Alerts

You will receive notifications for transactions that will help you identify unauthorized activity.

6.      Fraud Protection

Mechanisms are in place to detect and prevent fraud.

The above features enhance security and maintain good security practices like keeping your device updated and not sharing sensitive information.

Find supported payment methods

• To make contactless payments with Google Wallet, you need to have an Android phone with Near Field Communication (NFC).
• If you can't find your country in the drop-down list, there are no supported banks yet in your country.
• If you have a payment method in another supported country, select the dropdown to see which payments may be supported on your phone.
• Your bank decides if its cards work with Google Wallet. Banks can restrict any of their cards from making mobile payments.
• If your bank isn't listed or your card can't be set up for mobile payments, call the phone number on the back of your card to offer your bank feedback.

You can use your phone to pay wherever Google Pay is accepted. To make contactless payments with your smartwatch, you must also be in a country or region where that feature is supported.

To find out which banks and cards support payments with Google Wallet on your phone or smartwatch, select your country or region below.

Here is the list of Pakistani banks and cards you can use in Google wallet

Bank Alfalah Limited: Visa Credit & Debit Cards, MasterCard Credit & Debit Cards

Faysal Bank Limited: MasterCard Credit & Debit Cards

Habib Bank Limited: Visa Credit & Debit Cards, MasterCard Credit & Debit Cards

JazzCash: MasterCard Debit Cards

Meezan Bank Limited: Visa Debit Cards, MasterCard Debit Cards

The Bank of Punjab: MasterCard Credit Cards

United Bank Limited: Visa Debit Cards, MasterCard Prepaid & Debit Cards