Google Pay to Cease Operations in the U.S., Transitioning Users to Google Wallet
The move, effective June 4, 2024, aims to streamline payment options and enhance user experience with new features.
- Google announces the discontinuation of the Google Pay app in the U.S., effective June 4, 2024, transitioning users to Google Wallet.
- Google Wallet to inherit and enhance Google Pay's features, introducing new capabilities not present in Google Pay.
- Users encouraged to transfer any funds in Google Pay to their bank accounts before the discontinuation date; peer-to-peer payments and in-app deals to cease.
- Google Wallet aims to be a more efficient platform, focusing on user-friendly interface and robust security features.
- The discontinuation of Google Pay in the U.S. does not affect its operation in other countries like Singapore and India.