Ah, Dollar General. The land of bargain finds, where stretching your dollar feels like an Olympic sport. But what if you could stretch it even further by ditching the cash and plastic? Does Dollar General, the king of budget-friendly goods, take Apple Pay, the queen of contactless convenience?
The answer is a resounding yes—Dollar General does take Apple Pay as a payment method joining the crew of major retailers that take Apple Pay.
While Dollar General has adopted Apple Pay, you can only use it for in-store purchases—you can't use Apple Pay for online purchases at DollarGeneral.com or on the Dollar General mobile app.
This means you can use Apple Pay convenience to checkout at Dollar General stores—you no longer need to move with a heavy wallet—just unlock your iPhone or Apple Watch and tap to pay as you go!
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How To Use Apple Pay At Dollar General
Dollar General does take Apple Pay as a payment method in-store—we all know that. But how do you use Apple Pay for payments at Dollar General?
To use Apple Pay at Dollar General:
Before you shop:
- Make sure your iPhone or Apple Watch has an internet connection and Bluetooth enabled.
- Open the Wallet app on your device.
- Double-check that your preferred debit or credit card is set as the default payment method in Wallet.
- Consider adding alternative payment cards to your Wallet in case your default card runs into any issues.
At checkout:
- Tell the cashier you want to pay with Apple Pay.
- If there's a contactless payment symbol (a wave-like icon) near the pin pad, simply hold your iPhone or Apple Watch near it until you see a confirmation message on your device and the cashier's screen.
- If there's no contactless symbol, ask the cashier if they still accept Apple Pay. They might need to input the total amount manually on their register for you to authorize the payment on your device.
- Follow the prompts on your device to authenticate the payment with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Wait for the confirmation message on your device and the cashier's screen.
- You're good to go! Grab your shopping bags and head out.
Does Dollar General Take Google Pay?
Yes, Dollar General does take Google Pay as a payment method.
What Other Payment Methods Does Dollar General Accept?
Besides Apple Pay, Dollar General accepts a couple of other payment methods, including:
- Cash
- Apple, Google, and Samsung Pay contactless payment methods
- Contactless Debit and Credit cards
- Debit cards - pin and pinless
- Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, China Union Pay (CUP), Japan Credit Bank (JCB)) - pin and pinless
- EBT cards
- OTC cards
- Coupons - paper and digital
- Checks
- Gift cards - including DG gift cards
Final Thoughts
Forget digging for cash or swiping plastic! Apple Pay has landed at Dollar General, making your bargain-hunting adventures even smoother. Tap your iPhone or Apple Watch, watch the savings bloom, and be on your way in record time.
Remember, responsible spending still reigns supreme, whether you're wielding Apple Pay or any other method. So, track your purchases, stick to your budget, and enjoy the unmatched satisfaction of scoring stellar deals with effortless convenience. Happy shopping, and watch out for even more innovative ways to pay at Dollar General in the future!