Notes
- Digital wallet options are only available to districts using Nuvei. If your district does not use Nuvei, these payment options will not appear.
- The new SchoolCash Online user experience must be enabled for boards to activate Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Introduction
This article explains the use of digital wallet payment options—Apple Pay and Google Pay—in SchoolCash Online (SCO). These options are available exclusively for districts using the Nuvei payment processor. Parents and guardians can use these secure and convenient methods for seamless online transactions.
Note
Credit Card payment options are not included in this article. For more details, refer to Credit Card Payments in SchoolCash Online.
Overview of Digital Wallet Payments
The addition of Apple Pay and Google Pay to SchoolCash Online provides parents and guardians with a streamlined checkout experience. These payment methods eliminate the need to manually enter card details during transactions and ensure a secure and efficient payment process.
Key Benefits of Digital Wallet Payments
- Convenience: Parents can complete transactions quickly using payment details stored in their digital wallets.
- Security: Both Apple Pay and Google Pay use tokenization, reducing the risk of data breaches by protecting sensitive payment information.
- Faster Checkout: Digital wallets streamline the checkout process by removing the need to manually enter credit card details.
How to Use Digital Wallet Payments
Parents can use Apple Pay or Google Pay during the checkout process on eligible devices and browsers:
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Google Pay on Desktop
Learn how to use Google Pay on a desktop computer.
- Ensure your browser is Google Chrome and that you're logged into your Google Account.
- Select Google Pay at checkout.
- Confirm the payment method stored in your Google Account and complete the transaction.
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Google Pay on Mobile
Learn how to use Google Pay on a mobile device.
- Open the checkout page and select Google Pay as your payment option.
- Confirm the payment method stored in your Google Account.
- Complete the transaction by following the on-screen prompts.
Reviewing Order with Google Pay
Learn how to review and confirm your order when using Google Pay.
- Verify the items in your cart and proceed to checkout.
- Select Google Pay as your payment method and confirm your order details.
- Submit your order and wait for the confirmation message.
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Apple Pay on Mobile
Learn how to use Apple Pay on a mobile device.
- Ensure your card is set up in the Wallet app on your iPhone.
- Select Apple Pay at checkout and confirm your payment using Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Complete the payment and wait for the confirmation message.
Reviewing Order with Apple Pay
Learn how to review and confirm your order when using Apple Pay.
- Check the items in your cart and proceed to checkout.
- Select Apple Pay as your payment option and confirm your shipping and billing information.
- Complete the payment by verifying with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode, and wait for the confirmation message.
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Learn how to confirm your billing address during checkout.
- Ensure your billing address is accurate and matches the address on your card.
- Review and update any incorrect information as needed.
- Confirm and proceed to payment.
FAQs
Is Interac supported with Apple Pay or Google Pay?
No. Interac is not supported for payments made using Apple Pay or Google Pay in SchoolCash Online.
How can I confirm if my district uses Nuvei?
Parents and guardians can contact their school administration to confirm if their district uses the Nuvei payment processor. Digital wallet options will only appear if Nuvei is enabled.