How to add a card to my apple watch

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How to add a card to my apple watch

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How to add a card to my apple watch

1. In your Wells Fargo Mobile app, tap Menu in the bottom bar, select Card Settings, then tap Digital Wallet.

How to add a card to my apple watch

2. All eligible Digital Wallets will display. Tap Apple Pay.

How to add a card to my apple watch

3. All eligible cards will display. Tap the Add to Apple Wallet button next to the card you want to add. Follow any additional instructions to verify and activate your card. Your card is now ready for use with Apple Pay.

How to add a card to my apple watch

1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone and tap Wallet & Apple Pay, then tap Add Credit or Debit Card.

How to add a card to my apple watch

2. To automatically enter your card information, position your card in the camera frame, or manually enter your card details. Then enter your card’s security code and read and accept the terms and conditions.

How to add a card to my apple watch

3. Provide all additional information to verify and activate your card. Your card is now ready for use with Apple Pay on your Apple Watch.

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How to add a card to my apple watch

Apple Pay replaces your actual card number with a unique digital card number. This means businesses do not see or store your full card number.

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How to add a card to my apple watch

Confirm your identity (using Face ID® or Touch ID®) on your device, and tap to pay at any business that displays the Contactless Symbol, as well as online and in apps.

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How to add a card to my apple watch

In stores, simply tap your mobile device where you see the Apple Pay logo or Contactless Symbol at checkout. Or select the Apple Pay logo when shopping online and in apps.

Tap for ATM access

How to add a card to my apple watch

Just add your Wells Fargo Debit or Wells Fargo EasyPay® Card to Apple Pay and access any Wells Fargo ATM by tapping on the Contactless Symbol.

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And when you use your Wells Fargo cards with a digital wallet, you will continue to have the added security of 24/7 fraud monitoring and Zero Liability protection.

Learn how to activate Apple Pay and use it on your Apple Watch. That way, you can make purchases at brick-and-mortar stores without bringing your credit card or iPhone. I'll also take you through setting up Apple Pay and will explain how to set a default card in your Apple Wallet!

Related to: How to Set Up Apple Pay on Your iPhone

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  • How Does Apple Pay Work on Apple Watch
  • How to Set Up Apple Pay on Your Apple Watch
  • How to Add Card to Apple Pay
  • How to Add Multiple Cards on Apple Pay
  • How to Remove a Credit Card
  • How to Pay with Apple Watch in Stores
  • How to Choose Which Card to Pay With
  • Are Cards Saved During Apple Watch Back Up

How Does Apple Pay Work on Apple Watch

Apple Pay lets you add cards to your iPhone, which then makes them available across your Apple devices signed in to the same iCloud account. This authorizes you to use Apple secure payments using contactless readers in stores and for online shopping. Once you have Apple Pay set up on your iPhone, you will be able to use it on your Apple Watch! To learn more about navigating your Apple Watch, sign up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter.

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How to Set Up Apple Pay on Your Apple Watch

You can set up Apple Pay on your watch using your iPhone. 

  1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
     
  2. Tap Wallet & Apple Pay under the My Watch tab.Tap Wallet & Apple Pay under the My Watch tab.
     
  3. Tap Add Card.Tap Add Card.
     
  4. Tap Continue.Tap Continue.
     
  5. Under Payment, tap Credit or Debit Card. You can also set up a transit card here.Under Payment, tap Credit or Debit Card.
     
  6. Hold your iPhone over your credit card to scan the information. If you prefer to enter it yourself, tap Enter Card Details Manually.If you prefer to enter it yourself, tap Enter Card Details Manually.
     
  7. Enter your name and card number, then tap Next.Enter your name and card number, then tap Next.
     
  8. Then the expiration date and security code.Then the expiration date and security code.
     
  9. Tap Next, then tap Add.Tap Next, then tap Add.
     
  10. Agree to the terms and conditions. Agree to the terms and conditions. 
     
  11. You can complete verification or skip this for now. Tap Next to verify. You can complete verification or skip this for now. Tap Next to verify. 
     
  12. If you use your phone number to verify, it will add the code automatically.If you use your phone number to verify, it will add the code automatically.
     
  13. Next, you can tap Use as Default Card to set up this card as your Wallet's default.Next, you can tap Use as Default Card to set up this card as your Wallet's default.

Once this is set up, you can learn how to activate Apple Pay cash to send and request money among your contacts.

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How to Add Card to Apple Pay

You have to add at least one card to set up Apple Pay, so you can refer to the how to set up Apple Pay section to do that. You can add multiple cards as well as remove cards.

How to Add Multiple Cards on Apple Pay 

You can have several cards in your Wallet. To add a second card, you have to go through the same steps you used to set up Apple Pay.

How to Remove a Credit Card

  1. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
     
  2. Tap Wallet & Apple Pay under the My Watch tab.Tap Wallet & Apple Pay under the My Watch tab.
     
  3. Tap the card you want to remove. Tap the card you want to remove. 
     
  4. Tap Remove This Card and confirm to remove.  Tap Remove This Card and confirm to remove.  

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How to Pay with Apple Watch in Stores

Paying at checkout has never been easier! Using Apple Pay on your Apple Watch makes payments faster than ever before: 

  1. Double-click the side button to pull up your Apple Pay credit card.Double-click the side button to pull up your Apple Pay credit card.
     
  2. Hold your Apple Watch near the contactless reader.Hold your Apple Watch near the contactless reader.

Does Apple Pay on Apple Watch work without iPhone? Yes! Even if you have a GPS-only Apple Watch, you can pay with just your watch.

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How to Choose Which Card to Pay With

To use your credit cards, you need to double-tap the Side button and hold it near a card reader. You can scroll by swiping or using the Digital Crown to choose between them.

Are Cards Saved During Apple Watch Back Up?

Your Apple Watch backs up automatically onto your iPhone to avoid loss of data. When you unpair your watch from your phone, it will create an update if you want to restore your data on a new watch. Learn what to do if you are selling your Apple Watch.

Credit or debit cards used for Apple Pay on your Apple Watch are not part of the backup for safety reasons. However, you may be able to set them up faster by re-entering your Card Security Code.

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Using a smartwatch with Apple Pay is a great way to pay on the go! Not only are your credit cards safe on your Apple Watch, but they also let you pay without an iPhone or a physical card. Now you know how to activate Apple Pay and use it on your watch, you can add any card to Apple Wallet for an easier checkout experience anywhere with a contactless reader! Did you know you can also use Apple Cash to accept payments and transfer those payments to your bank account?

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Why can't I add a card to my Apple Watch?

Contact your card issuer to see if they support Apple Pay. Update to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, watchOS, or macOS. Make sure that you are in a supported country or region. Check that your device is compatible with Apple Pay.

How do I pay with my Apple Watch?

Pay with your Apple Watch Double-click the side button. Your default card opens automatically. Scroll down to choose another card. Hold the display of your Apple Watch near the contactless reader until you feel a gentle tap and hear a beep.