# Apple Pay

> Apple Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service that allows users to make payments using an iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac.

- **URL**: https://dodopayments.com/glossary/apple-pay

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## What is Apple Pay?

Apple Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service that allows users to make payments using an iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac. It uses near-field communication (NFC) for contactless payments and tokenization to keep card details secure.

### Why It Matters

- Speeds up the checkout process with biometric authentication like Face ID or Touch ID

- Improves security by never sharing actual card numbers with merchants

- Supports both in-store and online transactions for a seamless omnichannel experience

- Drives higher mobile conversion rates for e-commerce businesses

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