You might be running an outdated version of the app and that’s causing the problem.
modernize your Google Pay card information.
Check to ensure your card information is correct including the expiration dates and CVV codes.
Your name must be entered exactly as it appears on the card.
modernize your Google Pay phone number.
Google Pay needs your correct phone number for security purposes.
If you got a new number or entered it incorrectly, Google can’t complete the purchase.
Troubleshoot your internet connection.
double-check your phone supports NFC.
Google Pay on iOS doesn’t support NFC.
If you want to pay by tapping, you’ll have touse Apple Payinstead.
Disable and enable NFC on your phone.
You must have NFC enabled on your unit to pay by tapping.
If it’s already enabled, toggle the feature off and on to reset it.
Confirm your identity with Google Pay.
erase the app cache.
Cached data should make apps run faster, but sometimes too much old stored data can cause conflicts.
Deleting the Google Pay cache could clear up the issue.
Try a different card.
Contact your card issuer.
Delete the Google Pay app.
Remove the app altogether andredownload Google Play from the Google Play Store.
If you have a PayPal card, see to it you set up in-store payments.
You must choose a different way to pay.