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Alpian American Express, Virtual Cards, Google Pay

Philippe

October 17, 2024

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Alpian, the Swiss private neobank, continues to evolve its offering to meet the needs of an increasingly demanding clientele in terms of digital banking services. Recently, the bank has introduced several new features aimed at facilitating its users’ transactions while offering more diversified and secure payment options.

Among these new features, we find the arrival of the Virtual Card, a tool designed to strengthen the security of online payments. At the same time, Alpian is partnering with American Express to offer the Platinum Card, a high-end option offering many advantages to users. Finally, the bank is also integrating Google Pay into its ecosystem, allowing its customers to make contactless payments directly from their smartphone.

These new features demonstrate Alpian’s commitment to adapting its services to technological developments and customer expectations, with a focus on security, convenience, and access to exclusive services.

Alpian Virtual Card

Alpian now offers a virtual card to facilitate your online payments in a secure manner. This virtual card can be generated directly from the Alpian mobile application and used for online purchases, thus reducing the risk of fraud. The virtual card is instantly available and allows you to better manage your digital expenses.

Why choose Alpian virtual cards?

• Enhanced security: Being digital only, they cannot be lost or stolen. If you have any concerns about a merchant or are concerned that your information has been compromised, you can immediately block, cancel, and generate new cards.
• Ultimate convenience: Create cards for a variety of uses, such as online subscriptions or specific purchases, and give them personalized names. They can also be added to Apple Pay for contactless payments.

How to create your virtual cards in 3 easy steps

1. Go to the “Card Management” section in your Alpian app.
2. Press the “+” button to create a new virtual card.
3. Customize the name of the card according to its use.

Which other Swiss neobanks offer virtual cards?

With this new offer, Alpian joins the list of Swiss neobanks that offer virtual cards: Radicant, Yapeal and Yuh.

Please note that virtual cards are also available from foreign neobanks such as N26, Revolut and Wise.

The most comprehensive offer is that of Revolut, which also offers single-use “disposable cards”.

Alpian, however, stands out from Yuh by allowing you to add several virtual cards to your account.

Alpian Amex

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Alpian introduces the American Express Platinum (AMEX) to its bank card offering. This premium card offers many exclusive benefits, such as access to more than 1,200 airport lounges worldwide, concierge services, and special offers at luxury hotels. It is aimed at customers seeking premium privileges and services.

What are the advantages of the Amex Alpian card:

• 75,000 Membership Rewards points (instead of the usual 45,000)
• Alpian bonus of CHF 200
• 50% discount on the membership fee in the first year

In addition to these special offers, you benefit from the classic advantages of the Amex Platinum:

• Access to 1,400 lounges airport services
• Concierge services
• Extended insurance
• Annual credits and vouchers
• And much more to enrich your daily life.

Google Pay with Alpian

Alpian now integrates Google Pay for its customers. This feature allows you to add your Alpian cards to Google Pay and make contactless payments directly with your smartphone or smartwatch. It is a fast, secure and practical solution for Android users who want to simplify their daily transactions.

To add your card to Google Wallet, follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Wallet app.
2. Select “Payment card”, then “New credit or debit card”.
3. Enter your card details.
4. Scroll down and tap “Save”, then “Continue”.
5. Read the “Issuer Terms” and accept them.

That’s it, your Alpian card is ready to use with your Android devices.

Alpian Roadmap

Alpian plans to expand its banking service offering to better meet the daily needs of its customers. In the coming months, the company will introduce new features and innovative solutions, aimed at improving the user experience and enriching its services.