Some questions on how you can use Google Pay safely and stay clear of scams.

Keep your UPI PIN secret

Your UPI PIN is just like your ATM PIN. Never share it with anyone.

Only download trusted apps

Harmful apps can access personal information including the payment details you type on your screen.

Secure PIN Code

Enter your UPI PIN Only in your BHIM UPI app or while paying in trusted apps

Be cautious of sharing your UPI PIN on websites or forms sent to you via a link.

You don’t need to enter your UPI PIN to receive money entering your UPI PIN means you are paying someone. Pay attention to which direction your money is moving.

Only use your payment app to reach customer care

Find genuine support details in the Help/Support section of your payment app. Avoid untrusted numbers that may be listed on the internet.

You can Secure your Google Pay account with these steps

Your Google PIN is different from your UPI PIN or the PIN that you use to unlock your phone.

Choose how to secure your account

If Google PIN is active, you’ll need to be connected to the Internet to open the app

1. Open Google Pay 
2. In the top left, tap your photo > Security.
   • Select Use screen lock to use your existing pattern, PIN or password that you use to lock your phone
   • Select Use Google PIN to use Google PIN

Change your Google PIN

1. Open Google pay.
2. In the top left, tap your photo > Security.
3. Select Use Google PIN.
4. Tap Forgot PIN.
5. Follow the instructions.