How to Disable Samsung Wallet and Remove It Completely

Disabling Samsung Wallet can be a bit of a challenge, but don't worry, I've got you covered.

First, you'll need to uninstall the Samsung Wallet app from your device. To do this, go to your phone's Settings app, then select "Applications" or "Apps", and look for Samsung Wallet in the list. Tap on it and select "Uninstall."

It's worth noting that simply uninstalling the app won't completely remove Samsung Wallet from your device.

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If you're tired of Samsung Wallet popping up when you swipe up from the bottom of your screen, you can disable it with ease.

To do this, open the Samsung Wallet app on your Galaxy phone. Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner and select Settings.

You'll then need to tap on "Quick access" and select "Swipe up gesture" in the following menu. From there, you can turn off the Lock screen, Home screen, and Screen off toggles.

Alternatively, you can uninstall the Samsung Wallet app altogether if you don't use it at all. However, if you still want quick access to Samsung Wallet but prefer not to use the swipe up gesture, you can set your device to open the app with a double-press of the side button.

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If you're looking for an alternative to Samsung Wallet, consider using Google Pay, which integrates seamlessly with Android devices. Google Pay allows you to make payments, send money, and store loyalty cards, all within one app.

You can also explore other digital wallet options like Apple Pay, which is compatible with iOS devices and offers a similar range of features to Samsung Wallet.

For a more low-tech solution, you can use cash or a traditional credit card, which don't require any setup or maintenance.

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If you're not interested in the Samsung Wallet app, you can skip its installation during the initial setup of your new Galaxy phone.

Newer Galaxy devices will prompt you to download Samsung Wallet, but if you're considering an alternative, you can download the Android app for Google Wallet instead.

To uninstall Samsung Wallet, refer to the previous tutorial sections, which should guide you through disabling some functions like quick access gestures or completely removing the app.

If you have already installed Samsung Wallet or have an older phone, you can still opt for an alternative like Google Wallet by downloading the app and adding your credit cards.

Enabling the Pay Swipe Feature is a straightforward process. To access the payment features from your home screen, you'll need to open the Samsung Pay or Samsung Wallet app.

Tap the Menu button, then select the Settings cog. This will bring up the app's settings menu. From here, you can customize the app's behavior to your liking.

Select Quick access from the settings menu. This option allows you to quickly access the payment features from your home screen. Tap Access locations and default card to proceed.

Toggle on Home screen to enable the swipe feature. This will allow you to quickly access the payment features from your home screen. Note that this process may differ slightly based on your device's One UI version.

If you don't use Samsung Wallet at all, you can uninstall the app to free up storage space on your device. This is a simple way to disable Samsung Wallet altogether.

You can also choose to disable the swipe up gesture while still keeping the app installed. To do this, set your device to open Samsung Wallet with a double-press of the side button. This way, you can still access the app quickly without the swipe up gesture.

You can disable the quick launch gestures for Samsung Wallet and Samsung Pay to avoid those annoying popups from the home screen or lock screen. To do this, you need to access the settings of the respective app.

On Samsung Wallet, go to the Menu tab, tap Settings, and then select Quick access. From there, you can turn off the toggles beside Lock screen, Home screen, and Screen off.

On Samsung Pay, open the app, tap the menu button, and then tap the Settings icon. Go to Quick access and default card and disable the Lock screen, Home screen, and Screen off shortcuts.

If you don't use Samsung Wallet or Samsung Pay at all, you can uninstall the app to get rid of the quick launch gestures altogether. However, if you still want quick access to the app but prefer not to use the swipe up gesture, you can set your device to open the app with a double-press of the side button.

Here's a quick summary of the steps to disable quick launch gestures for Samsung Wallet and Samsung Pay:

If your older Galaxy phone has Samsung Pay, you're not out of luck. Newer Samsung phones like the Galaxy S24 Ultra don't come with Samsung Wallet preinstalled, but older devices bundled with Samsung Pay can be modified.

To remove Samsung Pay from your older Galaxy phone, you'll need to root your device. Rooting is required to access the disable option, which doesn't appear without it. Deactivating an app only decommissions it and prevents it from using resources, but it remains on your smart device.

The process is a little complex, but it's reversible. Be careful when rooting your phone, as failure to do it properly can cause permanent damage.

Here's a step-by-step guide to deactivating Samsung Pay:

Keep in mind that this is not a permanent fix. The app may revert after a few days, so you may need to repeat the process.

To uninstall Samsung Wallet, go to your device's Settings app and select "Apps" or "Application Manager".

You can also use the "Disable" option to temporarily disable Samsung Wallet, but this will not completely remove the app.

If you're using a Samsung device, you can also disable Samsung Wallet from the "Settings" app by selecting "Advanced features" and then "Samsung Pay and Samsung Wallet".

Samsung Wallet can be uninstalled from the Google Play Store on non-Samsung devices by selecting the "Uninstall" option.

It's worth noting that uninstalling Samsung Wallet will also remove any saved payment information and rewards.