Google Pay to shut down in the US (2024)

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Is Google Pay app shutting down in the US? ›

When will the U.S. version of the Google Pay app no longer be available for use? Starting on June 4, 2024, the U.S. version of the Google Pay app is no longer available for use. This change does not impact the Google Pay app in India or Singapore, nor does it impact Google Wallet. Learn more about Google Wallet.

In an update to the mobile payment sector, Google has announced it will discontinue Google Pay in the US by June 2024, transitioning users to Google Wallet.

Google has declared it will discontinue Google Pay in the US to enhance user experience by simplifying the app. All users will be transitioned to Google Wallet. The standalone Google Pay app in the US will be unusable from June 4, 2024.

The app's discontinuation is part of a company strategy to simplify its digital payment options, by moving customers onto a more comprehensive solution — with Google Wallet storing digital items alongside payment cards and already boasting three times the user numbers of Google Pay.

Samsung Pay is a similar alternative to Google Pay, but, as you may have guessed, a Samsung Wallet is only available on Samsung-specific Android devices.

You can use Google Pay to send money in the US, India, and Singapore.

If you had the Google Pay app, it may show as Google Wallet the next time you open it or you may get a notification to go to the Play store to update the app. You don't need to download it again.

Google Wallet allows consumers to hold a wallet balance, send and receive money from friends in the United States, and use a plastic card in stores and online. Google Pay allows users to tap and pay in stores and use/redeem loyalty cards, gift cards, and offers in store.

If your Google Pay transaction got declined, it's likely because there might not be enough funds in your account at the time of the transaction. Make sure you've got sufficient funds in your bank or available credit on your card to cover your purchase.

In western regions like the US, other payment platforms like Apple's own Apple Pay are used more frequently. This is perhaps one of the reasons behind Google's latest decision to shut down its own Google Pay service in the US.

Is GPay going to be discontinued? ›

Google has announced the closure of its standalone GPay app for US users. Effective June 4, 2024, the GPay app will no longer be available on the Google Play Store or function on existing devices. This decision comes alongside the discontinuation of peer-to-peer (P2P) payments functionality within the region.

Cons of Google Pay

Not available in every region, and not all businesses accept it. Not compatible with iOS devices (Apple users can use Apple Pay instead). Only works if your phone does, so you should carry a physical card as a backup in case your battery dies.

This time it's the long-standing Google Pay app, which users in the U.S. won't be able to use from June 4th 2024. Google said that the planned move is to simplify its payments options.

"While in-store and online payments via Google Pay are unchanged, the U.S. version of the standalone Google Pay app will no longer be available for use starting June 4, 2024."

Google quietly announced that it will be winding down its Google Business Messages (GBM) product on July 31, 2024. For those familiar with the tech giant's track record, this news may come as no surprise.

If we can't verify your Google Account information, Google suspends your payments profile and dims the Make a payment button. Verify your information by filling out this form. Other ways to fill out the form: Click Learn More in the alert that says your payments profile is suspended.

Why has Google Pay stopped working? There are many various reasons why your Google Pay does not work. The reasons may vary from simple ones, like an old app version, an expired or invalid card, lack of NFC support or disabled NFC.