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Google Wallet has been loading up with changes over the past week, and they just keep coming. Now, the company is rolling out a feature that it teased back in July. According to the report, Google Wallet will allow you to share passes with other people.
As stated, Google Wallet has been unveiling new features over the past week. Recently, the company let Google Wallet scan the barcodes and QR codes of different cards that aren’t on the list of supported passes. This essentially lets you add custom cards to the wallet. You’ll even be able to assign your own name to the card. This only makes Google Wallet more versatile.
Google Wallet now lets you share passes
This is a great feature to have if you need to give people your pass to use without giving them your phone. At the moment, it looks like this is limited to boarding passes. You’re obviously not allowed to share most other passes or payment cards.
In the interface, you’ll see your passes below your credit cards. Scroll for the one you want to share. If you’re able to share it, then you’ll see a share button on the left of the overflow menu. When you share it Google will give you a warning.
It lets you know that you can’t undo this. If you share your pass with anyone, there’s nothing stopping them from sharing it with someone else. So, just be careful about that.
When you tap on the share button, you’ll see your system share sheet pop up with a link to share with the recipient. When the recipient gets it, they’ll simply tap on it. The link will open the Google Wallet app for them where they can save it. It’s as simple as that. This feature is rolling out, so if you don’t see it yet, you might want to wait a few days.