Having your event tickets easily accessible on your phone makes getting into venues a breeze. Rather than fumbling around with printed tickets, you can simply open up your digital wallet app and scan your phone to enter. Google Wallet is one popular digital wallet that allows you to store everything from credit cards to tickets, and it partners with major ticket sellers like Ticketmaster to make adding tickets simple.
Linking Your Ticketmaster Account to Google Wallet
The first step to getting your Ticketmaster tickets into Google Wallet is to connect your Ticketmaster account. Here is how to link the two accounts:
- Open the Google Wallet app on your Android or iOS device.
- Tap on the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select “Settings” from the menu.
- Tap on “Linked accounts.”
- Look for the Ticketmaster logo and tap “Link account.”
- Follow the on-screen prompts to sign in to your Ticketmaster account and link it to Google Wallet.
Once your accounts are linked, any eligible tickets purchased on Ticketmaster will automatically display in your Google Wallet account. You don’t have to do anything else to add them.
Checking for Transferred Tickets
After you link your Ticketmaster and Google Wallet accounts, allow some time for your tickets to transfer over. Here is how to check that your tickets appear correctly in your Google Wallet:
- Open the Google Wallet app.
- Tap on the “Passes” tab at the bottom.
- Look for your Ticketmaster tickets here. They will be labeled with the event name, date, section, and seat.
- Tap on the ticket to view the full details, including the ticket barcode.
If you don’t see your recently purchased tickets show up right away, try refreshing the Passes tab in Google Wallet. Also make sure you completed the account linking steps correctly.
Troubleshooting Tips
In most cases, your eligible Ticketmaster tickets should automatically display in your linked Google Wallet account. But here are some troubleshooting tips for common issues:
- If you don’t see the Ticketmaster logo under Linked Accounts, the connection failed. Try unlinking and relinking the accounts.
- Not all tickets are transferable. Make sure your Ticketmaster tickets are eligible by looking for “Go Mobile” when you purchase them.
- Refresh your Passes tab periodically and close and reopen the Google Wallet app to sync new tickets.
- Wait until at least 24 hours after purchasing tickets to see if they show up as delayed transfers can occur.
- As a last resort, you can reach out to Google Wallet or Ticketmaster customer support for troubleshooting help if tickets don’t transfer.
Using Your Tickets from Google Wallet
Once you see your tickets successfully transferred to your Google Wallet account, you’re ready to use them for entry! Here are some tips on using the tickets from Google Wallet:
- Open your Google Wallet app and go to the Passes tab when you arrive at the event.
- Tap on your ticket and then tap “Use” to bring up the full barcode.
- When you reach the ticket scanner, hold up your phone so the barcode is clearly visible.
- For smoother entry, you can add your ticket to your device’s digital wallet if you’re using an iPhone or Android phone with NFC.
- Make sure your phone isn’t low on battery, and that you have internet connection to retrieve your tickets.
- Bring a paper printout as a backup in case of any mobile issues.
The event staff will scan your ticket barcode from Google Wallet just like a paper ticket or from the Ticketmaster app. In some cases they may ask to also see your photo ID. Once your ticket is scanned and verified, you’re good to go enjoy the event!
Adding Additional Ticketmaster Tickets
If you purchase any new Ticketmaster tickets after already linking your Ticketmaster and Google Wallet accounts, the process remains the same. As long as your accounts stay connected, any eligible tickets will automatically display in your Google Wallet account for your convenience. Here are some tips for hassle-free ongoing ticket transfers:
- Make sure to keep your Ticketmaster login credentials handy so you can securely sign in and link to Google Wallet again if you ever need to reconnect the accounts.
- Don’t worry about manually transferring tickets after the initial link – new eligible tickets should appear in your Google Wallet within 24 hours.
- Periodically check your Google Wallet Passes tab for new Ticketmaster tickets, especially as your event dates approach.
- If you stop seeing new tickets transfer over, unlink and relink your Ticketmaster account in Google Wallet to troubleshoot.
- Reach out to customer support if your account is linked but you still don’t see ticket transfers after purchase.
Storing all your tickets in Google Wallet makes keeping track of events much more convenient. You’ll always have tickets handy on your phone and never again have to worry about misplaced paper tickets or last minute printing.
Transferring Tickets to Friends
One handy feature of digital tickets from Ticketmaster is the ability to easily transfer them friends when needed. As long as the tickets are eligible for transfer, you can send them directly from your Google Wallet account. Here’s how:
- Open Google Wallet and go to the Passes tab.
- Tap on the ticket you want to transfer.
- Select the option to transfer or gift the ticket.
- Enter the recipient’s email address or Google Wallet account.
- The ticket will now transfer from your account to the recipient’s linked Google Wallet or Ticketmaster account.
Make sure you only transfer tickets to people you trust, as once sent they will have full access to the ticket in their own account. Also be aware of any transfer deadlines, as tickets can expire and will no longer be eligible for transfer a certain number of days before the event.
Conclusion
Linking your Ticketmaster and Google Wallet accounts makes organizing and accessing your tickets a breeze. Tap into the convenience of digital ticketing by following the simple steps to connect Ticketmaster, reviewing your passed tickets in Google Wallet, and using your phone for seamless entry at your next event.