Turn off NFC - here's how to do it

NFC is a modern technology that, when integrated into your smartphone, allows you to use your smartphone to pay for your purchases. If you don't need the NFC technology, it can be easily turned off. Find out how in this article.

How to use NFC to pay

NFC is short for Near-Field Communication and refers to a new technology that allows you to make contactless payments with your smartphone. If the function is integrated into your smartphone, you simply hold it over the reader at the checkout to pay for your purchase. Depending on which phone model you use, some devices may require you to additionally type in a code or scan a displayed QR code to make the payment.

How to turn off the NFC function when not in use

If you do not use the NFC function on your smartphone, it is recommended that you deactivate it for security reasons. However, this is so far only possible on Android devices, as you do not have access to the function on the iPhone.

1. To turn off the NFC function, first open the Settings app on your smartphone and click on the "gear icon" there.
2. Then please navigate to "Wireless and networks" > "Advanced" and click on "More".
3. There is a slider next to the entry to NFC, which you please move to disable the function. Here you also have the option later at any time to turn on the NFC function again to use it again.