Google has reportedly sent emails to Google Pay users informing them that the old app will lose transaction capability on April 5th.
When the new Google Pay app was announced in November, it introduced an all-in-one style experience with a refreshed interface, finance tracking features and contactless payment support. Google decided to keep the old Pay app, but it was always expected that it would be rejected. With April 5 on hand, you only have a few weeks to switch.
Android Police note that users of the old Google Pay app, in addition to losing transaction capabilities, are unable to view their previous transaction history or access their remaining balance. These changes apply only to users in the US, according to the confirmation given to 9to5Google.
The new Google Pay app is the future of Google’s banking ambitions. In addition to serving as an all-in-one mobile bank, Google also plans to launch a bank account service called Plex later this year. It allows users to open a bank account at one of the nine partner banks, with in-depth integration with Google Pay. These accounts are not subject to monthly fees, overdrafts or minimum balance requirements.
According to Android Police, Google is also making changes to Pay’s Terms of Service. The search giant combines two of its existing ToS documents and also raises the minimum age to use the service from 16 years to 18 years old. These changes will take effect again on April 5.
If you do not do anything before April 5th, you can only transfer your remaining balance by using the new Google Pay app or by contacting Google Support. 9to5Google note that even though all of these features are removed from the old app, it should still serve as a useful digital wallet.