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Why is there an age limit on Apple Pay Cash? And what is it?

Why is there an age limit? And what is it? I wanted to send money to my daughter so she has it to buy lunch when she is out with friends and it said she didnt meet the minimum age requirement. To me Apple Pay Cash is safer than real cash. I don't get it.

Posted on Dec 5, 2017 9:05 PM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2018 3:00 PM

I used Apple pay cash but now I can’t, it says that I don’t meet the minimum age requirement But why did Apple every let me use it? I still have money on it.

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Feb 24, 2018 1:35 PM in response to Darrin S Altman

I can't explain the logic, but I don't think it is a legal restriction as you can open debit/checking accounts and allow them to use a piece of plastic. I agree, it is safer than cash as you have a record of when and where money has been spend. Apple Pay should be a part of raising a child to be a safe and responsible user of services. This should be a feature of Apple Pay—more effectively managing your child's monetary transactions.


Apple! Wake-up and do the right thing by parents and really understand parental use-cases.

Dec 7, 2017 2:10 PM in response to Darrin S Altman

Hi


In order to use Apple Pay Cash, you must currently be at least 18 years old (and a resident of the US):


Send, receive, and request money with Apple Pay - Apple Support


If you are also asked to verify your identity, then it is because the provider of the service (a regulated financial institution) requires that information in order to comply with federal law.


Identity verification for Apple Pay Cash - Apple Support

Why is there an age limit on Apple Pay Cash? And what is it?

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