Cash App Unveils a Wand for Seamless Contactless Payments

The magic of contactless payments just got a little more enchanting with the introduction of the Cash App Wand. This nifty accessory is an NFC-enabled wand topped with a star, allowing users to make payments on the fly without needing to dig out their phone or card.

This innovation taps into a popular DIY trend on social media, where users are crafting their own unique cases for contactless payment cards. Magic wands have emerged as a favorite design, likely due to their extended reach, making them perfect for drive-thru transactions. Other creative designs, like oversized Nintendo-themed coins, have also popped up, limited only by the need to accommodate an actual payment card.

Unlike these DIY creations, the Cash App Wand is compact and features a built-in NFC tag that connects with an active Cash App Card. It comes with a keychain for easy attachment to your bag or belt, though it’s worth noting that it doesn’t resemble a traditional card. This accessory is aimed at teens, with Cash App reporting that 1 in 5 teenagers in the US are already using its Cash App Card.

The Wand is available for eligible users aged 13 and up for $25, while supplies last. It works wherever Visa tap-to-pay is accepted and includes security features that let you lock or unlock it via the app, along with real-time transaction alerts and 24/7 fraud monitoring.

If wands aren’t your style, don’t fret—this is just the first of several planned Cash App Tags. The company has announced that more limited edition designs will be released in the coming weeks, with a broader rollout expected later this summer.