what does it mean when it tells me to piut my card near reader
i am a new card holder.
When I want to make a payment what does it mean when it says “ put card near reader ?
iPad, iPadOS 15
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The terminal you are using to complete the transaction has a Near Field Communication (NFC) feature that allows data to be transmitted ultra securely. This is the method Apple Pay uses to authorize and complete transactions. This is also know as Tap-n-Go and is touchless.
This Apple support articles goes over how to make purchases using Apple Pay and terminals equipped to process transactions.
Make purchases using Apple Pay - Apple Support
Apple Pay/Tap-n-Go adds additional safety and security to your purchases, and it earns an additional 1% Daily Cash Back. If you swipe the physical card or insert the chip, you are only earning 1% cash back. If you use Apple Pay you’ll earn 2% Daily Cash Back and you’ll earn 3% or 4% at select merchants.
Get unlimited Daily Cash with Apple Card - Apple Support
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