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Mobile Payments
A way of making transactions using a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet, often made using a mobile payment or banking app.
More Details
Mobile payments are electronic payments that are made using a smartphone or other mobile device. Mobile payments can be made using a variety of methods, such as near field communication (NFC), QR codes, or through a mobile wallet app. Mobile payments offer a convenient and secure way to make payments and can be used for a wide range of transactions, including in-store purchases, online transactions, and peer-to-peer payments.
Example
Imagine that you are at a store and want to pay for your purchase using your smartphone. You might use a mobile payment method, such as NFC or a mobile wallet app, to make the payment. Mobile payments can be convenient and secure, allowing you to make payments without having to carry cash or credit cards.
Related Terms
Check
A written instrument that directs a bank to pay a specific sum of money to the bearer or named payee.
Authorization
The process of verifying that a person has the right to use a particular credit or debit card for a transaction to protect against fraud.
Share Account
A savings account that represents ownership of a specific amount of money deposited with the credit union and establishes membership in the credit union.