Use it where you already shop
Restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations, shops, and more. Use Apple Pay wherever you see the Apple Pay logo or Chip reader logo symbols to pay with your iPhone or Apple Watch.
Use Discover® with Apple Pay® for convenient checkout
Accepted by millions of merchants, Discover with Apple Pay is the easy and rewarding way to pay. Plus, you get an extra layer of privacy and security added to every purchase.1
Paying with Apple Pay is fast and convenient
With your Discover Card set as default, double click side button on your iPhone or Apple Watch (or touch the Home button if there is one) to pull up your card from Apple Wallet®. Authenticate purchase with Face ID or Touch ID. Then hold the device above the reader until the checkmark appears.
Makes checkout easy, online and in apps
Speed through checkout. Simply find the Apple Pay logo button to quickly make payments using Discover and Apple Pay.
How it works
How it works
Keep the rewards rolling
Just like with your physical card, you’re earning Discover rewards on every purchase with Apple Pay. You can redeem any amount, anytime—your rewards never expire.Click to jump to rewards redemption disclosure2
See rewards summary
See rewards summary
New feature for your Discover Card in Apple Pay
See your account balance and more
You already added your card to Apple Pay and now you can connect your Discover Card account3—so you can easily view your full transaction history up to two years, payments, and available balance.4
How to Connect Your Account
How to Connect Your Account
Gives payments an extra layer of security1
Apple Pay uses the built-in features of iPhone so every purchase enjoys enhanced security and privacy. All transactions require Face ID or Touch ID, and your card number is never stored in your device or Apple servers. Apple does not know what you purchase, where or when.
Accepted at the places you love to shop
Use Discover with Apple Pay for convenient and rewarding payments wherever you shop. So you’re always good to go.
Commuting is a breeze with Apple Pay
- With Express mode for transit payments, you don't need to unlock your iPhone or Apple Watch to pay with your Discover Card
- Access your commuter cards and tickets all in one place—Apple Wallet
- Now accepted on public transit in New York, LA, Chicago, San Francisco, and more.
if you haven’t already.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apple Pay is a payments feature that allows you to add your credit and/or debit cards to a supported Apple® device through the Wallet app and make purchases at participating merchants.
There is no cost to cardmembers who use their Discover card in Apple Pay. However, your Discover card's terms and conditions will apply for purchases. Also, additional message and data charges may apply depending on your wireless plan.
You can make payments with your iPhone® 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE and Apple Watch™ at participating in-store merchant locations. You will also need to ensure that your device is updated with iOS 9 software in order to pay using your Discover card with Apple Pay.
Yes. You receive all the rewards, security, and benefits of your Discover card when you use it with Apple Pay. Please log into your card account at Discover.com or in the Discover Mobile app to see your individual card benefits. For any additional questions regarding rewards while using your Discover card in Apple Pay, please refer back to Discover.com/ApplePay for further information.
Yes, your ten most recent transactions made using Discover Card in Apple Pay will be displayed. Or to see a more comprehensive view of your Discover Card account details right at checkout in Apple Wallet on iPhone, simply connect your Discover account.
With this new feature of Apple Pay, you will be able to see and track your account details, right in Apple Wallet—from full transaction history up to two years, payments, and available balance.
To connect your Discover Card account to Apple Wallet and enjoy a more comprehensive view of your account details:
- Go to Apple Wallet on your iPhone.
- Select your Discover Card.
- Tap the
button and select Card Details. - Select Get Account Balance & Activity to provide your consent and authenticate your identity.
If you can't connect your account in the Wallet app:
- Check for service outages or internet connection issues.
- Make sure that you're trying to connect your Discover Card.
- Make sure that you have iOS 17.2 or later downloaded on your iPhone.
If you don’t see the “Get Started in Apple Wallet” notification:
- Go to Apple Wallet on your iPhone.
- Select your Discover Card.
- Tap thebutton and select Card Details.
- Select Get Account Balance & Activity to provide your consent and authenticate your identity.
How to manage your data:
To view or manage your third-party preferences, log into your Discover account center online and go to Security tab.
1. All Apple Pay transactions require authentication with Face ID®, Touch ID®, or passcode. In addition, when you use Apple Pay, your real card number is never shared with merchants. Learn more about Apple Pay security and privacy https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203027. Apple Pay, Face ID, and Touch ID are trademarks of Apple Inc.
2. Rewards never expire. We reserve the right to determine the method to disburse your rewards balance. We will credit your Account or send you a check with your rewards balance if your Account is closed or if you have not used it within 18 months.
3. To use this feature, you must connect your account to an eligible card in Apple Wallet. Available only to U.S. users on iPhone. Card eligibility differs by your location. If you reside in the U.S. territories, please call Discover with questions about card eligibility. Data available in Apple Wallet for your connected card(s) may be delayed due to a variety of factors, including internet service. To use this feature, you must have an iPhone updated to the latest version of iOS. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. Update to the latest version by going to Settings > General > Software Update. Tap Download and Install. For more eligibility details, see https://support.apple.com/en-euro/111117.
4. Data available in Apple Wallet for your connected card(s) may be delayed due to a variety of factors, including internet service.
Apple, the Apple logo, Apple Pay, Apple Watch, iPad, iPhone, Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. For a list of compatible Apple Pay devices, see https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208531
The Contactless Symbol and Contactless Indicator mark, consisting of four graduating arcs, are trademarks owned by and used with permission of EMVCo, LLC.
The Best Buy logo, taglines, tradenames, trademarks, intellectual property and related concepts are the exclusive property of BBY Solutions.
How to use Apple Pay online, in stores and in apps
Make sure your Discover® Card is set as default. Then look for these symbols at the places you shop:
To pay in-store, double click the side button on your iPhone or Apple Watch (or touch the Home button if there is one) to pull up your card from Apple Wallet. Then hold your device near the reader. Online, click the Apple Pay button and follow the authentication prompts.
Listen for the confirmation sound and look for the checkmark on the screen of your iPhone or Apple Watch. Your secure purchase is now complete.1
How to connect your account in the Wallet app
- Go to Apple Wallet on your iPhone®.
- Select your Discover Card.
- Tap thebutton and select Card Details.
- Select Get Account Balance & Activity to provide your consent and authenticate your identity.
It's secure, private, and you can remove your card connection at any time.