NFC works by transmitting a small amount of data between two NFC-enabled devices, such as a smartphone and a payment terminal. The data is encrypted, which means it is secured against interception or manipulation.
To initiate a transaction, the NFC-enabled device needs to be held close to the other device. This is known as ‘tapping’ or ‘bumping’ and is what allows the two devices to communicate.
Once the two devices have successfully established a connection, the data can be exchanged. This could be payment information, access credentials, or other data.
The key advantage of NFC is that it is a secure, contactless technology. This makes it ideal for applications such as contactless payments, access control, and data transfer. It is also simple and easy to use, which makes it popular with consumers.
So if you’re looking for a secure and hassle-free way to make payments, or to transfer data between two compatible devices, then NFC may be the perfect solution for you.