How do I Tap to Pay on my iPhone screen lock?

Asked by: Elda Rath  |  Last update: February 12, 2025
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On your iPhone, go to Settings > [your payment app], then turn on Tap to Pay on iPhone Screen Lock.

How do I back tap my locked iPhone screen?

Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap. Choose Double Tap or Triple Tap, then choose an action.

How to automatically access Apple Pay from lock screen?

Allow access to passes when iPhone is locked

Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode, then turn on Wallet (below Allow Access When Locked).

How do I trigger Apple Pay without the side button?

On an iPhone with Face ID, you can also use AssistiveTouch or use Switch Control to confirm payments with Face ID instead of double-clicking the side button.

Why is back tap not on my iPhone?

Turn on Back Tap

Check that you have the latest version of iOS on your iPhone 8 or later. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch, and tap Back Tap. Tap Double Tap or Triple Tap and choose an action. Double or triple tap on the back of your iPhone to trigger the action you set.

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How to use Apple Pay with passcode only?

If you would like to turn off Touch ID and pay with your passcode instead:
  1. Open your iPhone settings.
  2. Tap Touch ID & Passcode.
  3. Enter your Passcode.
  4. Under the header Use Touch ID For toggle off Apple Pay.

How do I get Apple Pay to pull up on my iPhone?

Apple Pay is built into iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. To get started on iPhone, open the Wallet app and tap the plus symbol. Then add a credit or debit card by tapping the back of your iPhone with your eligible card. You'll have the option to add your card to your other devices at the same time.

What is the Apple Pay shortcut on iPhone?

If your iPhone has Face ID, double-click the side button. If prompted, authenticate with Face ID or enter your passcode to open Apple Wallet. If your iPhone has Touch ID, double-click the Home button.

How do I Tap to Pay on my iPhone lock screen?

On your iPhone, go to Settings > [your payment app], then turn on Tap to Pay on iPhone Screen Lock.

How do I activate tap and Pay?

Open Settings. In the “Search settings” bar, type NFC. Ensure NFC is turned on. Ensure that you enable contactless payments for the linked card.

Why can't I tap on my iPhone screen?

Restart your iPhone or iPad. Make sure that your screen is clean and free of any debris or water. Disconnect any Lightning or USB-C accessories. If your screen works after removing an accessory, try using a different outlet, cable, or charger.

How do I enable Apple tap?

To set up Tap to Pay on iPhone, enable it in the payment app of your choice. To accept a payment, open the app, enter the amount, and present your iPhone to your customer. To pay, the customer holds their card horizontally or places their device directly over the payment symbol.

Why won't my tap work on my iPhone?

Open your iPhone's Settings and tap the Accessibility option. Tap "Touch" and hit the Back Tap option at the very bottom. Now, set both the "Double Tap" and "Triple Tap“ options to the ”None“ position. After that, force close Settings and then re-enable Back Tap by heading to Settings > Accessibility >Touch > Back Tap.

How to double tap to lock screen on iPhone?

Edit: Looking now at Accessibility -> Touch options -> Back Tap offers "Lock Screen" for either Double or Triple tap options.

How to make Apple Pay pop up on iPhone?

Double-Click Side Button: (on an iPhone with Face ID) Your cards and passes appear on the screen when you double-click the side button. Double-Click Home Button: (on an iPhone with a Home button) Your cards and passes appear on the screen when you double-click the Home button.

How do I use Apple Pay without unlocking it?

With Express Mode, you can use compatible cards, passes, and keys in the Wallet app with just a tap. With Express Mode, you can use some of your cards, keys, and passes in Apple Wallet without waking or unlocking your device, or authenticating with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.

How do I add Apple Pay to lock button?

Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode, then turn on Wallet (below Allow Access When Locked).