Google Pay Expands Payment Options with Afterpay and Klarna Integration

Starting next year, Google Pay users in the United States will have new ways to make purchases with the integration of two popular Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) providers—Klarna and Afterpay, as stated in Finextra. This move aims to provide consumers with greater flexibility in managing their payments while enhancing the checkout experience for merchants.

Klarna’s integration will allow US consumers to make interest-free installment payments for purchases starting at $35, as well as access additional financing options. Through the Klarna app, shoppers will be able to track deliveries, process returns, and manage repayments seamlessly—all from a single platform.

Similarly, Google Pay is teaming up with Block-owned Afterpay to offer installment payment options at select merchants. This partnership will enable customers to spread out their payments while checking out online through Google Pay, adding another layer of convenience for users.

Drew Olson, Senior Director of Google Pay, highlighted the benefits for both users and businesses, stating: “By teaming up with pay-over-time providers… we are able to give Google Pay users more payment options when checking out, while providing merchants with another tool to drive growth.”

The integration with Klarna and Afterpay demonstrates Google Pay’s commitment to expanding its functionality and catering to the rising demand for flexible payment solutions. By incorporating these BNPL services, Google Pay is set to strengthen its position as a versatile payment platform while helping merchants attract and retain customers.

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