The holidays are here, which means gift lists, festive outings, and plenty of purchases both big and small. Between online shopping, last-minute errands, and checking out at busy stores, convenience matters more than ever.  

Recent industry insights, show that more customers are choosing to pay with their phones or smartwatches because it’s fast, secure, and always within reach. With so many purchases happening this time of year, adding your Poppy Bank debit or credit card to your digital wallet is one of the easiest ways to simplify your holiday shopping.  

What is a digital wallet? 

A digital wallet is a secure app on your phone or smartwatch that stores your payment cards electronically. The most common digital wallet apps are Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet. 

Instead of swiping a physical card, you can pay by simply holding your device (phone or smartwatch) near a contactless reader or selecting your wallet during an online checkout. It replaces the hassle of digging through your purse or wallet to find your card.  

Security Tip:  

Digital wallets also use advanced security features like encryption and tokenization, meaning your actual card number is never shared with merchants. It’s one of the safest ways to pay.  

How do you add your Poppy Bank card to your digital wallet?  

We’ve made it easy to get started. Follow the steps below based on your device.  

Apple Wallet (iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad)  

  1. Open the Wallet App.  
  2. Tap the + sign in the top right. 
  3. Select Debit or Credit Card.  
  4. Scan or manually enter your card information. 
  5. Verify your card when prompted.  

Google Wallet 

  1. Open Google Wallet.  
  2. Tap Add to Wallet.  
  3. Select Payment Card.  
  4. Scan or manually enter your card information.  
  5. Verify your card when prompted.  

Samsung Wallet 

  1. Open your Samsung Wallet 
  2. Go to Menu -> Cards -> Add Card.  
  3. Scan or manually enter your card information.  
  4. Verify your card when prompted. 

Holiday Tips for Using Your Digital Wallet 

  • Set your Poppy Bank card as your default 

Ensure every purchase, from stocking stuffers to big gifts, runs through the card you trust.  

  • Add it to every device you use 

Use your phone, watch, or even your tablet to pay with ease and security.  

  • Look for the contactless symbol Contactless - CUSB Bank

More merchants than ever accept tap-to-pay, so make sure you don’t miss out on the convenience of your digital wallet.