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Why was my contactless payment declined?

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Contactless payments let you pay by tapping your card near a terminal, without needing to insert or swipe. If your RedotPay card’s contactless payment fails, it means the transaction wasn’t completed successfully. This can happen due to:

Card-related issues:

  • Physical damage to your card

  • Card held too far from the terminal or positioned incorrectly

Terminal-related issues:

  • Terminal does not support contactless payments

  • Faulty contactless area or weak signal on the terminal

  • Outdated terminal software or security protocols

Transaction or regional restrictions:

  • Exceeding contactless payment limits for that region

  • Making rapid, repeated contactless payments

  • Some industries or regions may not support contactless payment

Tips to resolve:

  • Make sure your card isn’t damaged

  • Hold your card close (2–3 cm) and steady for 1–2 seconds over the contactless area

  • For repeated failures, try inserting the card or use your PIN

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