I understand that you’re interested in transferring your Apple ID balance to Apple Pay. Unfortunately, as of now, there is no direct option to transfer your Apple ID balance to Apple Pay. Let me explain how Apple ID balance and Apple Pay work separately, so you have a clearer understanding.
1. Apple ID Balance:
Your Apple ID balance is the credit or funds that you have added to your Apple ID account. This balance can be used to make purchases on the App Store, iTunes Store, Apple Books, and for subscriptions like Apple Music and iCloud storage.
You can add funds to your Apple ID balance by redeeming gift cards, adding money using a credit or debit card, or through any other payment method available in your country or region. The added funds can be used for various digital purchases within the Apple ecosystem.
2. Apple Pay:
Apple Pay, on the other hand, is a digital wallet service provided by Apple. It allows you to make secure payments using your iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, or Mac at physical stores, online, and within apps. Apple Pay securely stores your credit, debit, and prepaid card information, allowing you to make contactless payments.
When setting up Apple Pay, you can add your credit or debit card to your device’s Wallet app. You can also add supported prepaid cards issued by various financial institutions. However, Apple Pay does not support transferring funds or balances from your Apple ID account.
While both Apple ID balance and Apple Pay are related to digital payments, they serve different purposes. Apple ID balance is used for purchasing digital content and subscriptions within the Apple ecosystem, while Apple Pay is used for making contactless payments using your device.
If you wish to use your Apple ID balance for purchases, you can continue using it within the Apple ecosystem. And if you want to use Apple Pay for contactless payments, you can add your credit or debit card to the Wallet app.
I hope this clarifies the difference between Apple ID balance and Apple Pay. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask!