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How do I set up Google Pay?

Add your Shakepay Visa* Prepaid Card to your Google Pay wallet!

Updated over 2 months ago

How to set up Google Pay ?

Once you have signed up for your Shakepay Card in the mobile app, you can set up Google Pay.

Method 1:

  1. Log into your Shakepay app

  2. Open the Shakepay Card tab (💳 icon) in the mobile app

  3. Click on "Add to G Pay"

  4. Confirm the prompt and accept the Google Pay Terms of Service

  5. Set up a screen lock, if you do not have one already

  6. Your Shakepay Card should now be added to your Google Pay! In some cases, a few more steps are required:

    • Sometimes, the card setup will require verifying the card using the method you have set up with your bank.

    • This is usually a 2 factor authentication SMS text message with a code, you can then enter the verification code and your card should now be fully functional!

Method 2:

  1. Open the Google Pay App

  2. Click on "Add to Wallet" on the bottom right corner

  3. Select "Payment Card" and then "New credit or debit card"

  4. Enter your card details that found by swiping the card image on the card tab of the Shakepay app

  5. Agree to the terms and conditions

  6. Your Shakepay Card should now be added to your Google Pay!

You'll be able to make purchases wherever Google Pay is accepted once this has been set up.

Note: Google Pay has a standard limit of $250 on tap and pay transactions, but the actual limit could vary and is at the merchant’s discretion.


How to remove the Shakepay Card from Google Pay

  1. Open the Google Pay app

  2. You will see the different cards added to your Google Pay

  3. Tap the Shakepay Card

  4. Click on the three dots (⋮) on the top right corner

  5. Click on "Remove payment method"


Note: To use Google Pay, you will need to have NFC (near field communication) on your device. This is the technology that enables you to tap & pay. For more information, please check out the Google Pay support pages.

If you encounter any issues with setting up your Shakepay Card on your mobile device, please reach out to our Customer Support Team and we will be happy to help!


*Trademark of Visa International Service Association and used under license by Peoples Trust Company. Shakepay Visa prepaid card is issued by Peoples Trust Company pursuant to licence by Visa Int.


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