Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay, other tap-to-pay methods starting in August
Key Points:
- Walmart will begin accepting Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other tap-to-pay methods at select stores starting August 24.
- The retailer plans to expand tap-to-pay options to all Walmart and Sam's Club locations by the end of 2026.
- Tap-to-pay services will also be introduced at Walmart gas stations by mid-2027.
- Walmart previously limited digital payment options to promote its Walmart Pay system, which used QR codes.
- The move aims to provide customers with more payment choices and simplify the checkout process.