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Apple Pay Users Reported a Significant Outage Friday Morning.

Salman Ahmad
Last updated: May 17, 2025 2:04 am
Salman Ahmad - Freelance Journalist
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(CTN News) – The issues that were occurring with Apple Pay, Apple Card, Apple Cash, and Apple Wallet have reportedly been fixed, in line with what Apple has said.

Thanks to Apple’s efforts, the public can now access this information. However, it would seem that these issues have been fixed because Downdetector began receiving reports of Apple Pay services being unavailable on Friday morning.

At this very moment, on this particular Wednesday, May 16, it is 9:15 in the morning. While it is highly unlikely that you will forget your wallet on Friday, it remains a possibility.

It would appear that Apple Pay is currently unavailable, as stated by Downdetect, a website that keeps track of popular websites and services to identify any instances of outages. We obtained this information from the website, which serves as the source. We obtained this information from the aforementioned website.

Keep in mind that the website was the original display destination.

A total of more than two thousand individuals reported that they were unable to access electricity approximately thirty minutes after eight o’clock in the morning.

This particular group comprised the largest proportion of the population that lacks sufficient power. Numerous customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the fact that they have been unable to place orders for ride-hailing services or food delivery services despite their repeated attempts.

Despite this, they continue to get messages that say things like “account services are unavailable.” In point of fact, this is correct. There is a lack of clarity regarding the nature of the error that occurred given the current circumstances.

According to a statement released by the company, all of Apple’s systems, including Apple Pay, Apple Cash, and Apple Accounts, are functioning normally on their respective platforms.

In addition to DownDetector, a significant number of users on X have enquired about the availability and functionality of Apple Pay, with the question being whether or not it is truly unavailable. Many individuals believe that Apple Pay is indeed unavailable.

Once you have saved your credit card information, you will be able to use it to make purchases through apps such as Uber and Lyft. This is because Apple Pay allows you to store your credit card information.

Apple Pay lets you store credit card information.

Additionally, Apple Pay is compatible with other services that use it. This is a significant advantage. In addition to making sure that you will always have your actual credit card on you, it is a beneficial idea to commit the information that is associated with your credit card to memory.

Memory is required in this situation because the information must be stored there. Attempting to finish this exercise is something that we strongly suggest you do.

Throughout the course of the last few years, Apple has made adjustments to its goals with regard to the payment systems that it intends to implement in the future. The company and Wells Fargo launched the credit card in 2019, and it was an instant success.

A high-yield savings account that is connected to the credit card has also been made available by the company to encourage individuals to complete the application process for the credit card. One of the goals of the initiative is to encourage individuals to submit an application for the credit card.

The Apple Pay system is a prime example of how the company is attempting to convince people to become members of its “Apple Ecosystem.”

The public first encountered Apple Pay in 2013. The incorporation of Apple Pay into the card is one of the most notable examples of the company’s efforts in this particular area.

On the other hand, technological services that involve point-of-sale transactions have the potential to cause a great deal of distress to businesses in the event that they experience a malfunction. Consequently, this suggests that businesses might, in the long run, suffer significant financial losses.

During the prolonged outage that Square, a payment processor, experienced in 2023, businesses such as restaurants and retail establishments were required to promptly inform customers about alternative payment options. At Square, we watched as the power went out.

SOURCE: SFG

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Salman Ahmad

Salman Ahmad is known for his significant contributions to esteemed publications like the Times of India and the Express Tribune. Salman has carved a niche as a freelance journalist, combining thorough research with engaging reporting.

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