How to Use Apple Pay Without Pressing the Side Button on iPhone

Learn how to set up Apple Pay using back tap on your iPhone for a quick, button-free payment option with simple steps in Settings.

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To use Apple Pay without clicking the side button, you can set up a Shortcut to perform the action with a double or triple tap on the back of your iPhone. Go to the Settings app, select Accessibility, then Touch, and Back Tap. Choose Double Tap or Triple Tap and scroll down to select Apple Pay. This setup allows you to launch Apple Pay by tapping the back of your iPhone, offering a seamless alternative to using the side button.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use Apple Pay without pressing any physical buttons on my iPhone? Yes, by enabling the Back Tap feature in the Accessibility settings, you can launch Apple Pay with a double or triple tap on the back of your iPhone, avoiding the need to press the side button.
  2. How do I enable Back Tap to launch Apple Pay on iPhone? Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap. Choose either Double Tap or Triple Tap and select Apple Pay from the list of available shortcuts to enable this feature.
  3. Which iPhone models support Back Tap for using Apple Pay? Back Tap is available on iPhone 8 and later models running iOS 14 or newer, allowing you to customize taps to launch Apple Pay or other shortcuts.
  4. Is using Back Tap for Apple Pay secure? Yes, Apple Pay maintains its security protocols regardless of how it is launched. Using Back Tap does not compromise security, as authentication still applies when making a payment.

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