Seamless Digital Payments with Tez by Google
Tez was a mobile payment app developed by Google exclusively for users in India, offering a simple and secure way to perform digital money transfers directly from smartphones. Built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the app allowed users to connect their bank accounts and pay using UPI, QR codes, or contact numbers—all with ease and speed.
Rebranded as Google Pay
Tez laid the foundation for what is now known as Google Pay. While the name has changed, the core features remain and have been expanded to include bill payments, online shopping, and cashback rewards. With this evolution, Google retained the fast and intuitive payment flow while integrating additional services for broader utility.
Key Features of Tez (Now Google Pay)
- UPI-based transfers for instant money movement between bank accounts
- QR code scanning for contactless payments at shops and merchants
- Phone number payments for easy peer-to-peer transfers
- Cash Mode using audio pairing for secure, no-contact exchanges
- Multi-language support including Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, and more
- Bill payment options for utilities such as electricity, water, and gas
Designed for Indian Users
One of the major strengths of Tez was its focus on accessibility. By supporting multiple regional Indian languages, the app enabled millions of users to navigate their finances in their native language. Combined with local bank integration and widespread merchant adoption, Tez quickly became one of the most popular payment apps in India.
Safe and Rewarding
Security was a top priority for Tez, featuring multiple layers of encryption and Google’s proprietary security architecture to protect user data. The app also provided users with cashback incentives and discounts for eligible transactions, encouraging daily use for everything from mobile recharges to retail payments.
Limitations and Availability
While Tez was widely embraced in India, it was not available outside the country. This limited its reach to international users, but for the Indian market, it provided a highly optimized solution tailored to the country's unique financial ecosystem and mobile-first culture.
Legacy of Tez in Google Pay
Though the original Tez app has been rebranded, its innovative features and design continue to shape the experience of millions of Google Pay users today. From audio-based transfers to UPI integration, Tez helped pioneer a new standard for mobile payments in India.
Download Google Pay (formerly Tez) for Android
If you're in India and looking for a fast, secure, and feature-rich mobile payment app, Google Pay—built on the foundation of Tez—offers everything you need. Available for free on the Google Play Store, it remains one of the most trusted ways to send money, pay bills, and shop online with confidence.
