Filipinos are embracing digital payments more than ever, especially with today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Whether you're buying coffee, booking a ride, or shopping online, tap-to-pay convenience has become the new norm. Now, EastWest is making cashless living even easier. The bank is officially one of the first in the Philippines to bring Google Pay™ to its cardholders, giving Android users a faster, safer, and smarter way to complete everyday transactions.
EastWest Joins Google Pay: A Big Win for Mobile Wallet Users
In a major push toward digital innovation, EastWest is rolling out Google Pay™ for its Visa and Mastercard Credit cards. With this new feature, customers can simply add their cards to Google Wallet™ on their Android devices, then enjoy secure tap-to-pay transactions at contactless terminals or seamless online checkouts without having to type card details.
It’s a convenient upgrade for Filipinos who want to ditch physical cards and pay with just their phone or smartwatch.
Advanced Security Through Tokenization
For many, online and mobile payments come with one big question: Is it safe?
EastWest ensures that every Google Pay transaction is protected through tokenization, a security feature that replaces real card numbers with encrypted digital codes. This means merchants never see your actual card information — minimizing risks and giving users peace of mind every time they tap or check out online.
EastWest CEO Jerry G. Ngo emphasized that their goal has always been to simplify life through technology. He shared that with Google Pay, the bank is empowering cardholders to make secure transactions anytime and anywhere, calling it “the easier way to pay.”
Strengthening EastWest’s Lead in Digital Payments
The bank has already made waves with its own EWPay contactless platform, and now it further solidifies its role as a frontrunner in the digital payments space by going live on Google Pay ahead of several major industry players.
Google Philippines Country Manager Prep Palacios applauded the move, highlighting that Google’s partnership with EastWest supports the nation’s digital transformation and financial inclusion goals.
How to Use Google Pay with Your EastWest Card
Getting started is simple:
- Open Google Wallet™ on any compatible Android device
- Add your EastWest Visa or Mastercard Credit card
- Start shopping using tap-to-pay or online checkout
EastWest also confirmed that support for Visa Debit cards is coming soon.
What This Means for Filipino Consumers
More than just convenience, Google Pay signifies a shift toward smarter, more secure digital banking. It makes everyday transactions easier, reduces reliance on physical cards, and supports the Philippines’ growing cashless culture. For Filipinos who want speed, safety, and modern payment options, this is a welcome upgrade.
If you're an EastWest cardholder, now’s the perfect time to try Google Pay and experience the ease of tap-to-pay shopping. With more digital innovations on the way, EastWest is shaping up to be one of the most forward-thinking banks in the country.