Contactless Pix arrived on Samsung Wallet: find out how to use it

Samsung has released Pix by contacting Wallet directly, eliminating the need to open banking apps or scan QR codes in many situations. The feature uses NFC technology already integrated into Galaxy cell phones to make transactions faster and more practical. The rollout began in April and reached all supported users by April 22, 2026.

Modelos Galaxy receives functionality in stages

Distribution occurs gradually, with newer devices taking priority. Samsung confirmed support for 101 models of the Galaxy line, including the S series from S9 onwards, the entire Z Fold and Z Flip family, as well as some Note from 9 onwards. The update depends on active NFC on the device to work correctly.

• Galaxy S from S9 onwards receive full support
• Linha Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip is included in the update
• Dispositivos Note from 9 onwards are also supported
• Tecnologia NFC is a mandatory requirement to use the Pix by contact

Simple Configuração links bank account to Wallet

The activation process is straightforward and only requires initial configuration. The user opens the Samsung Wallet app, selects the option to add Pix and enters the CPF. Then choose the bank and authorize the connection through Open Finance from Banco Central. The system redirects to the financial institution’s application only once, after which the account is permanently linked to Wallet.

The authentication of each payment maintains established security standards. The user confirms the transaction with fingerprint, facial recognition or PIN before any debit is processed. Não there is a change in this verification flow, ensuring that transactions remain protected even with the new payment method.

Pagamento works as a contactless credit card

With the linked account, making a purchase is simple. The user opens the Samsung Wallet, selects the Pix account and brings the cell phone closer to the compatible machine. The amount is debited directly from the bank account. The Wallet keeps the previous options of Pix intact, allowing users to continue using QR Code via the camera or copy and paste method as the situation requires.

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The flexibility of methods is an important differentiator. Compras online, transfers to contacts and payments at establishments without an NFC machine continue to work through traditional mechanisms. Samsung reinforces that all payments on Wallet require biometric or password authentication, regardless of the method chosen.

Promoção with discount coupons marks the launch

Para To encourage the use of the new functionality, Samsung prepared a promotional action. Quem performs any transaction via Pix through Wallet between April 22 and May 2, 2026 and receives a coupon automatically. The coupon appears in the promotions section of the app and can be used to purchase products such as a 20,000 mAh portable battery or Galaxy Buds Core at a discount. The notification arrives directly on the user’s cell phone.

The company did not disclose the exact value of the discounts or the number of coupons per user, keeping some details of the promotion confidential. The initiative seeks to encourage the first uses of the function among the Galaxy user base and create the habit of paying through Wallet.

Integração expands digital payment possibilities

Wallet already allowed payments via Pix via QR Code and copy and paste. The new contactless option expands the possibilities without replacing the previous ones, offering more flexibility for different purchasing scenarios. The news comes at a time of growth in digital payments on Brasil, where Pix is already used by millions of people daily. Integrá it directly to the Wallet of Galaxy smartphones should make the habit even easier for those who have devices from the brand.