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NFC Not Working on Android? How to Enable

Issue Description 

NFC payments or tags fail to work. 

Common Causes 

  • NFC disabled 
  • Case blocking NFC antenna 
  • Payment app permission issue 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Enable NFC 

  • Settings → Connections → NFC 
  • Turn ON NFC 

 

Step 2: Remove Thick Phone Case 

  • Test NFC without case 

 

Step 3: Set Default Payment App 

  • Settings → NFC → Payment 
  • Choose correct app 

 

Step 4: Restart Phone 

  • Retry NFC transaction 

Explore Further 

  • Test NFC hardware via diagnostics 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Avoid metal-backed cases.