Target does accept Apple Pay for in-store purchases. Target was one of the major retailers that adopted Apple Pay as a supported payment method. Customers can use Apple Pay to make secure and contactless payments at Target stores.
Target Take Apple Pay
Here’s how to use Apple Pay at Target:
- Ensure Compatibility: Make sure your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch is compatible with Apple Pay.
- Add Your Payment Cards: Add your preferred credit or debit cards to the Apple Wallet app on your device. You can do this by opening the Wallet app and following the instructions to add cards.
- Shop at Target: Visit your local Target store and select the items you wish to purchase.
- Checkout: When you’re ready to pay, proceed to the checkout counter.
- Use Apple Pay: Inform the cashier that you’d like to use Apple Pay. If the payment terminal supports Apple Pay, you can hold your Apple device near the terminal.
- Authenticate: Depending on your device and settings, you may need to authenticate the transaction using Face ID, Touch ID, or your device’s passcode.
- Complete the Payment: Once the payment is approved, you will receive a confirmation on your device, and the purchase is complete.
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How to Use Apple Pay at Target Stores
Apple Pay comes pre-installed on Apple devices, but you have to set it up to be able to use it at checkout. To use it at the Target store:
- Set up an Apple ID method on your device (iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch). This can be a fingerprint, Face ID, or another type of biometric sign-in. Set up a passcode if you don’t want to use a biometric ID.
- Open the Wallet app on your device and tap the Add button.
- Follow the steps on the screen to add your card. Apple Pay supports most credit cards, debit cards, and prepaid cards.
- Approve the card for use with Apple Pay if your bank or card issuer asks for approval or confirmation. If you have both an iPhone and a wearable, you can sync the Wallet for use on both devices.
- At Target’s checkout, look for the contactless symbol on the terminal.
- Enable NFC on your device and select the card you want to use from the Wallet. When prompted, bring your device within a few inches of the terminal — the contactless symbol usually marks the position of the reader, and this is where you should place your phone or watch.
- Wait for the terminal to process and approve the transaction. Your Apple device may prompt you to authorize the transaction via your chosen ID, or the terminal might prompt you to punch in a PIN, which is the PIN of the card that you’re using via Apple Pay. When a tick symbol, green light, or the words “thank you” come up on the terminal screen, you’re good to go.
How to Use Apple Pay on the Target App
To use Apple Pay on the Target app, follow the steps above to add a payment method to the Apple Wallet. On the Target app, add the items to your cart or choose to proceed directly to checkout if you only want to buy one thing.
During checkout, you’ll be given the option to pay via Apple Pay. Identify yourself via the chosen biometric ID or passcode to approve and complete the transaction.
How to Use Apple Pay on the Target Website
Target only recently introduced Apple Pay as a checkout method on its website, but this payment method is straightforward to use. Set up Apple Wallet as explained above, and select Apple Pay at checkout when shopping on the Target website.
Select the card that you want to use and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the transaction. Apple will likely ask you to confirm the payment via Touch ID, Face ID, or a passcode.
Please keep in mind that the availability of Apple Pay and other payment methods may vary by location and over time, so it’s a good idea to double-check with your local Target store if you have any specific concerns or questions about using Apple Pay. Additionally, newer developments or changes in store policies may have occurred since my last knowledge update in September 2021, so it’s always a good practice to verify the current payment options with the retailer or check their official website for the most up-to-date information.