PayPal introduces QR code payments to aid social distancing when shopping

The digital payment firm said the new feature would enable people to buy and sell items while reducing contact between people.
PayPal introduces QR code payments to aid social distancing when shopping
Wed, 20 May, 2020 - 15:17
Press Association

People will be able to pay for items by scanning a QR code with their smartphone from today, PayPal has announced.

The digital payment giant has introduced a feature to its app which will allow users to scan a code and complete a transaction without having to touch a payment terminal.

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