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WeChat Pay · Free step-by-step guide

Scan to pay with WeChat

Scan the merchant’s payment QR. Follow these steps in the official app using our annotated screenshots or illustrated checklists.

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What to do, step by step

  1. Open WeChat and find Scan

    At a shop accepting Weixin Pay, open WeChat and look for Scan (often under the top-right + menu).

  2. Scan the merchant’s QR code

    Point the camera at the merchant’s payment code and wait for a confirmation or amount screen.

  3. Review the total and confirm

    If asked, enter the amount. Check the merchant, card and total, then confirm payment within WeChat.

  4. Verify the payment result

    Wait for a success notification or check your transaction history before paying again.

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Before you begin

Apps, menus, payment eligibility, route availability and local transit rules can change. These are educational examples, not real-time transaction or timetable information. Confirm the latest instructions within the official app.

If your bank card or payment fails, contact your bank or the official app support. Avoid sharing sensitive information with any third-party guide.