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> Accept Apple Pay payments
## Overview

Accept Apple Pay payments through the Cost+ API using the `apple-pay` payment method.

## Supported Card Networks

| Brand | Type |
|-------|------|
| Amex | Credit |
| Mastercard | Credit / Debit |
| Maestro | Debit |
| Visa | Credit / Debit |
| V Pay | Debit |

## Request Example

To accept an Apple Pay payment, specify `apple-pay` as the `payment_method` in your order's transaction:

```json
{
  "currency": "EUR",
  "amount": 2500,
  "merchant_order_id": "order-ap-001",
  "transactions": [
    {
      "payment_method": "apple-pay"
    }
  ],
  "return_url": "https://example.com/return",
  "webhook_url": "https://example.com/webhook"
}
```

## Testing

Apple Pay **cannot be tested in test mode**. This is an Apple restriction. You must use a live environment to verify Apple Pay integration.

To test Apple Pay, you will need:

- A real Apple device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac with Touch ID / Face ID)
- A valid card added to Apple Wallet
- A live (non-test) Cost+ project

## Integration Notes

- Apple Pay is available on Safari and in native iOS/macOS apps.
- Customers authenticate using Face ID, Touch ID, or their device passcode.
- The payment flow is handled through the Cost+ hosted payment page or via the Apple Pay JS API if you are building a custom integration.