There is no question that Apple Pay is one of the most convenient ways to pay for goods and services. It’s fast, secure, and easy to use. So, it’s not surprising that many people are wondering if they can use Apple Pay at Starbucks. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of using Apple Pay at Starbucks and the system requirements and installation instructions.
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Does Starbucks Take Apple Pay in 2023?
Yes, Starbucks does take Apple Pay in 2023! In fact, you can use Apple Pay at any Starbucks location across the United States. All you need is an iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch that’s running iOS 11.0 or later.
Benefits of Using Apple Pay at Starbucks
– Apple Pay is fast, easy to operate, and secure. You can use Apple Pay at any Starbucks outlet in the United States. There are no additional fees when you use Apple Pay.
-When you use Apple Pay at Starbucks, you don’t have to worry about losing your physical gift card or having it stolen. Plus, you don’t have to worry about carrying around cash or loose change.
-Another benefit is that you can easily keep track of your spending.
Can You Link Apple Pay to the Starbucks App?
Yes, you can! When your account balance goes low in the Starbucks app, you may link Apple Pay to your Starbucks account at any time and withdraw funds from it.
Simply use the Starbucks app to add money to your Starbucks card, and you’ll be able to earn 2 stars for each dollar spent.
Does Starbucks Take Apple Pay in Drive-Thru?
The answer is yes, Starbucks takes Apple Pay in their drive-thru. You can use Apple Pay to pay for your coffee or food order through the Starbucks app.
How to Use Apple Pay at Starbucks?
Using Apple Pay at Starbucks is easy. Just follow these steps:
Open the Starbucks app and sign in.
Tap “Pay”.
Scan your barcode at the register.
Hold your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch near the contactless reader.
You’ll see a checkmark on the display when your payment is successful.
That’s it! You’re all done.
How to Use Apple Pay at Starbucks with Your Apple Watch?
If you have an Apple Watch, you can use it to pay for your Starbucks order using Apple Pay. Here’s how:
To use Apple Pay at Starbucks, you’ll first need to add your Starbucks card to the Wallet app on your iPhone. Once you’ve done that, open the Wallet app on your Apple Watch and select your Starbucks card.
Go to the Starbucks app on your Apple Watch and order your drink. When you’re ready to pay, tap on the “Pay” button. You’ll see the option to pay with Apple Pay, so just hold your Apple Watch up to the contactless reader.
And that’s it! You’ve now paid for your Starbucks order using Apple Pay on your Apple Watch.
POS System Requirements for Apple Pay
In order to use Apple Pay at Starbucks, you’ll need a POS system that supports NFC (Near Field Communication). Most newer POS systems support NFC, but if you’re not sure whether your POS system supports NFC, you can contact your POS provider to find out.
Adding Starbucks card to the Wallet app
To do this, open the Wallet app on your iPhone and tap on the “+” sign. From there, you’ll be able to add your Starbucks card to the Wallet app.
Once you’ve added your Starbucks card to the Wallet app, you can use it to pay for your order by selecting it in the app and holding your iPhone up to the contactless reader.
How to Set Up Apple Pay?
Open the Wallet app on your iPhone.
Tap the + button in the top-right corner of the app, then choose “Debit or Credit Card”.
Enter your card details and you’re done.
If you’re using an iPhone X or later, you can also double-click the Side button and hold your iPhone near the contactless reader.
By the way, you can also add your Starbucks Card to Apple Pay by opening the Starbucks app and tapping “Pay” > “Add to Apple Pay.”
Additional Ways to Pay at Starbucks
In addition to Apple Pay, Starbucks also accepts Google Pay, PayPal, and gift cards.
Google Pay
You can use Google Pay at any Starbucks location in the United States. All you need is an Android device that’s running Android KitKat version 4.4 or higher.
To use Google Pay at Starbucks, simply hold your device up to the contactless reader. You’ll see a checkmark on the display when your payment is successful.
PayPal
You can use PayPal to pay for your Starbucks order in two ways: through the Starbucks app or in-store.
If you’re paying through the Starbucks app, you’ll need to first add your PayPal account to the app. To do this, open the Starbucks app and tap on the “Pay” button. Once you’ve added your PayPal account to the app, you can use it to pay for your order by selecting it in the app and holding your iPhone up to the contactless reader.
If you’re paying in-store, you’ll need to first add your PayPal account to the Starbucks app.
Gift Cards
You can use a Starbucks gift card to pay for your order in-store or through the Starbucks app.
If you’re paying in-store, you’ll need to present your gift card to the cashier in order to pay.
Conclusion
With the addition of Apple Pay, it’s easier than ever to pay for your order with your iPhone at Starbucks outlets. Whether you’re using Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, or a gift card, Starbucks has you covered.
