Google Pay with alrajhi bank Cards

Google Pay with alrajhi bank Cards

Enjoy a seamless and secure payment experience with Google Pay, which allows you to use your Android smartphone or smartwatch to make payments easily via Near Field Communication (NFC) technology at various points of sale terminals. You can add your alrajhi bank credit or mada cards to the Google Wallet app and use them for convenient and secure transactions.

Features and Benefits:

• Ease of use – Pay quickly without the need to carry physical cards.
• Extensive acceptance – Use Google Pay at most stores, restaurants, and locations that support NFC payments.
• Advanced security – Benefit from encryption and authentication features such as fingerprint, facial recognition, or PIN code to protect your payments.
• Online payments – Use Google Pay for online transactions in apps and websites that support the service.
• Financial data protection – Card details are replaced with a secure digital token during transactions to enhance security.

How to Set Up Google Pay:

  1. Download the Google Wallet App
  2. Open the Google Wallet app and log in with your Google account
  3. Enter your card details manually or scan them using your phone’s camera
  4. Agree to the Google Pay terms and conditions to complete the setup
  5. If not already set, the app will require you to enable security features such as fingerprint authentication or a PIN code
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your card with alrajhi bank. You will be required to open the alrajhi bank mobile application to approve the request, it will be followed by a call from alrajhi bank IVR after which you will receive a verification code via SMS to enter within the Google Wallet app.

Note: If you don’t have screen lock enabled or NFC set up on your phone, you will be prompted to configure them.

Using Google Pay

Simply unlock your phone and hold it near an NFC-enabled payment terminal—there’s no need to open the Google Wallet app.

Requirements:
To use Google Pay™, customers must have an Android device with NFC enabled and running Android Lollipop 5.0 or later. The following devices running Lollipop 5.0 are not eligible for Google Pay due to the lack of an NFC antenna:

• Evo 4G LTE
• Nexus 7 (2012)
• Samsung Galaxy Note III
• Samsung Galaxy S3
• Samsung Galaxy Lite

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


1. What is Google Pay?
Google Pay is an electronic payment system provided by Google that allows you to make payments using your Android smartphone instead of a physical payment card.
2. How can I activate Google Pay on my phone?
To activate the service, open the Google Wallet app, log in with your Google account, and add your credit or mada card details. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation process.
3. Can I use Google Pay with all alrajhi bank cards?
Yes.
4. Are there any additional fees for using Google Pay?
No, there are no additional fees. Payments are processed the same way as transactions made with a credit or mada card.
5. Can I use Google Pay at all stores?
You can use Google Pay at any store that supports NFC payments. Check if the merchant accepts NFC payments before attempting to pay.
6. What should I do if I lose my phone or it gets stolen?
If you lose your phone or it gets stolen, you can use Google’s Find My Device service to lock your phone or erase its data remotely. You can also contact alrajhi bank to suspend or remove your card from Google Pay.
7. How does Google Pay protect my financial information?
Google Pay uses advanced security measures such as encryption and one-time payment tokens to keep your financial data secure. Ensure that you have screen lock enabled and that your device’s operating system is updated for maximum security.
8. What should I do if my Google Pay payment is not accepted?
If your payment is declined, ensure that:
• Your phone has the latest version of Google Wallet.
• The card added to the app is valid and active.
• The merchant supports NFC payments.
9. Can I use Google Pay outside my country?
Yes, you can use Google Pay in any country where the service is supported. However, it is recommended to check its availability in your destination before traveling.