In this article we will show you how to Add money to Google Play. Some things in the Google Play app store for Android are free, but you have to pay for other things. On Google Play, there are two main ways to pay. You can add a payment method, which means you can add a credit or debit card to your account.
You can also use gift cards to pay for things on Google Play. Even though Google Play has a lot of free content, you do have to pay for some things from time to time. So, it can’t hurt to keep an emergency fund in your bank account, just in case something exciting comes up.
Adding money to Google Play is easy once you know how to do it. In addition to different ways to pay, the store also gives you gift cards and coupon codes from time to time. You can also go to the official Google Play support site to know more information about this.
How to Add money to Google Play
- Open the Google Play Store on your Android. Find and tap the Android Google Play icon on your App tray to open the Play Store.
- Tap the three line icon on the top-left. This will open your navigation menu on the left-hand side.
- Tap Payment methods on the menu. This option is listed next to a card icon in the middle of the menu. It will open your “Payment methods” page.
- Select Add credit or debit card. This option will allow you to enter your card number, and add it to your account as a new payment method.
- Depending on your location and store selection, you may also be able to add a bank account or PayPal here. These options are only available in a few store locations around the world.
- Enter your credit or debit card number. Tap the “Card number” field in the pop-up window, and type your card number here.
- Enter your card’s expiration date in the “MM/YY” field. Tap the date field in the pop-up, and type the date indicated next to “Valid Thru” on your credit or debit card.
- Enter your card’s security code. Tap the “CVC” or “CVV” field next to the date, and enter the security code on your credit or debit card.
- Depending on your card’s type, your security code may be on the back or on the side of your card.
- Enter your billing address. Make sure to indicate your full name, country of residence, and postal code correctly for your payment method to work.
- You may be asked to verify you payment method before saving it. In this case, select a verification option to proceed.
- Verification can be completed by receiving an auto-generated code by email/phone, using your bank’s app, or authorizing a temporary $1 charge on your account.
- Tap the green SAVE button. This will save your new payment method to your Google account. You can now use it in the Google Play Store, or any other purchase with the Google Pay service.
FAQ
Can you send money to Google Play?
You can give someone Google Play credit by buying them a physical gift card or an ecard from an online store like Amazon. Google Play credits can be used to buy movies, games, books, and even more. Digital books can also be given as gifts right from the Google Play Store.
What is $1 Google Play credit?
If you just made your first purchase with Google Payments or added a new card to your account, you might see a $1 charge. This is to check that your card is still good. It will be taken away, and you won’t have to pay for it.
Why can’t I purchase on Google Play?
Your profile for making payments could be turned off. Send in your payment information to reactivate your profile. Go to Google Pay and sign in. If you have a red alert, put in your payment information and wait for the team to respond.