There are some great new ways to make payments both online and in stores with an ever increasing array of technologies. One of the most impressive systems on the market at the moment is the Google Wallet.
- This is a virtual wallet tool that enables you to store your payment information securely.
- When you go shopping online or in the high street you will not have to hand over your valuable credit or debit card details at the checkout.
- This increases the security of your financial information and helps to protect you from fraud.
- You do not have to pay any fees in order to use Google Wallet online or offline.
Where You Can Use Google Wallet?
An ever increasing number of retailers now offer consumers the choice of paying with Google Wallet. This includes a large number of online and offline stores. All you need to do is look out for the Google Wallet sign at the checkout. Of course Google Wallet can be used with other Google systems including Google+Games, Google eBooks, Chrome Web Store and more.
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Getting Started
You will need to set up a Google Wallet account in order to get started. This is a simple process and you can set up an account simply by clicking Google Wallet symbols that you can find on payment pages. You can also do this by visiting the Google Wallet homepage. The onscreen instructions will then guide you through the account set up procedures.
- It is free to set up a Google Wallet account.
- You will need to provide some private information about yourself though so make sure you are using a secure computer that has full firewall and anti-virus protection.
- If you are using a public computer make sure you clear the details from the screen and log out properly when you have finished setting up your account.
Buying In Store and Online
Google Wallet offers a fast and secure way for you to purchase goods or services. If you are buying in store you can use your smartphone as your payment tool. Simply tap your phone against the Google Wallet reader when you are at the checkout. Because your Google Wallet account will hold virtual details of your credit cards (or Google prepaid card) this allows you to pay for goods instantly via your smartphone web connection.
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When you are buying goods or services online, just select the Google Wallet icon at the checkout to pay and follow the onscreen instructions. All online transactions will be protected with the latest SSL technology. This prevents any unauthorized person from intercepting your payment details when you are completing transactions.
- To add cards to your Google Wallet you will need to go online and log into your account. Input your credit card information and wait until it has been confirmed by your card provider.
- If you don’t have a credit card or would rather not use it then you can add Google prepaid cards to your account instead. These virtual cards can be topped up with either credit or debit cards.
- There are no fees for using Google prepaid cards so if you top up with $10 that is the credit you will receive on your Google Wallet account.
Is your pocket feeling lighter already?
