Google Wallet will soon have a children’s version

It will be Google Wallet Available to underage users starting in 2025It allows you to make contactless payments and use other features, including for children. The news was confirmed by the company 9to5Googlelast Wednesday (30).

Same as the traditional version, Google Wallet for Kids will require authentication to make transactions via NFC, whether by entering a password or device PIN. Fingerprint and facial recognition can also be used to confirm the transaction as long as it is available on the smartphone.

This kind of experience is already available in the Fitbit Ace LTE, a smartwatch for kids that launched in the United States in May. The smart watch tracks health, tracks physical activities, has GPS feature and has a tap-to-pay function.

“Following the positive response to tap-to-pay on Fitbit Ace LTE devices, we are expanding tap-to-pay for kids with Google Wallet,” Google said. In addition to credit and debit cards, It will be possible to add gift cards and tickets to events in the virtual wallethowever, identity documents and health cards will be excluded.

Parental Controls

According to the post, Google Wallet for Kids will be available on Android mobile phones managed by the Family Link app, which offers parents the ability to adjust a number of parameters on the devices their children use. In this way, those responsible will control the use of the vehicle.

Parents will be able to approve the inclusion and removal of cards, as well as the sharing of cards stored in their own wallets with minors. It will also be possible to block vouchers and tickets remotely and check your children’s transaction history. It is worth emphasizing that online payments will not be available in this version.

The launch of Google Wallet for kids and teens will happen next year, at a date that has yet to be confirmed by big tech. The feature will be available in the US and other countries.