How to Pay with Boost eWallet Using DuitNow QR

DuitNow QR is Malaysia’s national QR code standard that allows you to make cashless payments at any participating merchants, banks and e-wallets.

Boost, a homegrown e-wallet, is one of the platforms that supports DuitNow QR payments. In this article, we will show you how to use Boost to pay with DuitNow QR, as well as how to transfer and receive money using DuitNow.

How to pay with Boost using DuitNow QR

Paying with Boost using DuitNow QR is easy and convenient. Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Launch your Boost app and tap on “Scan & Pay” at the bottom of the screen.
  2. Select “I scan them” and point your camera at the pink DuitNow QR code displayed by the merchant.
  3. Enter the amount you want to pay and tap on “Pay Now”.
  4. You will see a confirmation screen with the merchant’s name and the payment amount. Tap on “Confirm” to complete the transaction.
  5. You will receive a receipt in your Boost app and a notification via SMS.

How to transfer and receive money using DuitNow

You can also use Boost to transfer and receive money using DuitNow, which is a secure and instant way of sending money using just a mobile number or a QR code.

To do this, you need to link your DuitNow ID to your Boost account first. Here’s how:

  1. Upgrade to a Premium Wallet in your Boost app, if you have not done so already.
  2. Go to your “Profile” page and tap on “DuitNow”.
  3. Tap on “Link Boost with DuitNow” and check your details.
  4. If your DuitNow ID is currently linked to your bank account, you will see a notice informing you that you will be switching your DuitNow ID to Boost. Tap on “Yes” to proceed.
  5. If your DuitNow ID is not linked to any bank account, you will receive an OTP on your Boost registered mobile number. Enter the OTP and you’re done.

Once you have linked your DuitNow ID to your Boost account, you can start transferring and receiving money using DuitNow. Here are the steps:

To transfer money using DuitNow

  1. Launch your Boost app and tap on “Send Money” at the bottom of the screen.
  2. Choose whether you want to send money using a mobile number or by scanning a DuitNow QR code from another e-wallet or bank app.
  3. Enter the recipient’s mobile number or scan their DuitNow QR code.
  4. Enter the amount you want to send and tap on “Next”.
  5. You will see a confirmation screen with the recipient’s name and the transfer amount. Tap on “Confirm” to complete the transaction.
  6. You will receive a receipt in your Boost app and a notification via SMS.

To receive money using DuitNow

  1. Launch your Boost app and tap on “Receive Money” at the bottom of the screen.
  2. Choose whether you want to receive money using your mobile number or by showing your DuitNow QR code.
  3. If you choose to receive money using your mobile number, share it with the sender and ask them to use DuitNow to send you money.
  4. If you choose to receive money by showing your DuitNow QR code, tap on “Show My QR Code” and let the sender scan it with their e-wallet or bank app.
  5. You will receive a notification in your Boost app and via SMS when someone sends you money using DuitNow.

Conclusion

Boost is a versatile e-wallet that allows you to make payments, transfers and receive money using DuitNow QR, Malaysia’s national QR code standard. By using Boost with DuitNow QR, you can enjoy a simpler, faster and more rewarding cashless experience.

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