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Why Contactless Payments Are Here To Stay

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It is estimated that by 2026 the contactless payment sector will have tripled in size, with a value of $51.07 billion. Let’s take a closer look at the trends and motivations that have led to this form of payment dominating the global market:

Online Shopping Continues to Soar

Online shopping has paved the way for contactless payments. During pandemic lockdowns, individuals who were previously wary of making online purchases had no choice but to get on board. Such shopping trends allowed consumers to get comfortable with using online payment methods. When stores began to open up, this translated into an increased level of comfort around contactless payments.

In the U.S. alone, online shopping is estimated to increase by over 4% in as little as four years. This means that most people will utilize contactless payment systems in one form or another.

Greater Variety of Contactless Payment Methods

Contactless payments continue to be relevant because they offer more payment options than ever before. In stores, you can use credit cards and debit cards in a variety of ways. This includes feeding the card into a machine or simply tapping it against the terminal to have the information read. Some systems allow cards to be scanned at the point of payment.

Options such as Apple Pay and Google Pay allow users to pay via their smartphones. This allows buyers to do away with wallets completely. In addition, when shopping online, individuals have the option of using third-party payment systems such as AliPay and PayPal.

Stores across the world are now offering customers a variety of payment options. This allows individuals to choose payment methods that they are most comfortable with, ensuring convenience and efficiency.

An Increased Focus on Security

An increasing number of people have begun to use contactless payments due to the boost in security features. Take a modern card scanner, for instance. These simply scan your card at the terminal and obtain the necessary information for the payment.

None of this information will be stored, however. Instead, once the transaction has been completed, your financial information won’t be available on the system. This reduces the risk of theft and fraud being committed as well.  

Such features also help to overcome the concerns that many people have regarding contactless payments. In turn, they are more likely to adopt such avenues as a primary payment option.

Intensified Incentive to Adopt Cashless Methods

The global COVID-19 crisis is far from over. Not even experts can say with certainty when the world will enter a post-pandemic era. Due to this, many consumers are vigilant about their health and safety. They may avoid touching public surfaces or exchanging items with strangers.

Contactless payments allow people to almost completely avoid interaction with others. They can have their cards tapped or scanned or use mobile devices to make payments. Not only does this make the shopping process more convenient, it also offers peace of mind.

Contactless payments will continue to rise in popularity over the coming years. Over time, it is even conceivable that this form of payment becomes the standard.

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