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How to add unsupported cards to Apple Wallet

While you probably already know that you can use the iPhone Wallet app to store credit and debit cards, you can also use it for storing premium cards and membership cards. Here's how to do it.

Like most of us, you've probably accumulated dozens of membership and rewards cards over the years. And, if you're like most of us, you always lose cards when you need them most.

Instead of spending all your time rummaging through your wallet, purse or bag, take the time to add your rewards cards to the Wallet app.

While some rewards cards allow you to automatically add them to your iPhone via an in-app invite or with the click of a button on the company website, many cards are not supported. There is a relatively simple workaround for these cards.

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In this example we will use Pass2U. popular wallet management app. Pass2U is free to use, but there is a one-time in-app purchase for $1.99 that allows for more customization options.

How to add a rewards card or membership card to iPhone

  1. Download the Pass2U app on your iPhone
  2. Launch Pass2U
  3. Click the “Search” button at the top.
  4. Enter the name of the bonus card, if you have one.
  5. Find the template you like and tap it
  6. Click Next
  7. Fill in the required fields
  8. Scan your card's barcode using the Scan > Function
  9. When you're done, click edd

If you purchase the Pro version of Pass2u, you can create your own templates.

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