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China

China

China
Top e-commerce industries
26.1%
Electronics
Hobby & Leisure
35.1%
Fashion
Furniture & Homeware
11.2%
Care Products
DIY
Grocery
Beijing
Capital
1.4B
Population
GMT +8
Time Zone (GMT)
CNY (¥)
Currency
Chinese yuan
$12.8Tr
Transactions
value in 2030
8.3%
CAGR
of Digital Payments
during 2025-2030

Popularity of e-commerce payment methods

Bank Transfer
2%
Buy Now Pay Later
4%
Cash-in
1%
Credit Cards
5%
Debit Cards & Prepaid Cards
5%
E-wallet
82%
Mobile Money
82%
Others
1%

Extend your reach

Alipay is a widely used digital wallet and mobile payment platform primarily in China.

Method
Alipay
LPM Market Share
53%
Payments
Yes
Refunds
Yes - full and partial refunds (automated)
Type
E-wallet
Local Card Scheme
Users
1.43B
Disbursements
No
No
Chargebacks
No
Authorization currency
CNY
Authorization
speed
Instant
Recurring
No
No
Notify when available

Reasons for Popularity

Alipay is a “superapp” with features such as ridesharing, travel booking, bill pay, medical appointments, and more

Accepted by more than 80 million merchants and supported in 27 currencies, Alipay has a dominant presence both within China and internationally

Through the Alipay+ network, it supports payments across Asia, Europe, and other regions, making it popular for both local users and international travelers

WeChat Pay is a dominant mobile payment platform integrated within the WeChat ecosystem, boasting approximately 935 million active users as of 2023. It processes over 1.5 billion transactions daily, highlighting its crucial role in China's digital payment landscape. WeChat Pay's extensive integration with e-commerce platforms, including Alibaba's Taobao and Tmall, enhances payment flexibility for consumers, making it an essential tool for everyday transactions.

Method
WeChat Pay
LPM Market Share
n/a
Payments
Yes
Refunds
No - refunds not supported
Type
E-wallet
Local Card Scheme
Users
935M
Disbursements
No
No
Chargebacks
No
Authorization currency
CNY
Authorization
speed
instant
Recurring
No
No
Notify when available

Reasons for Popularity

Seamless Integration: WeChat Pay is embedded within the WeChat app, allowing users to make payments without switching platforms. This convenience encourages frequent use as users can easily send money, pay bills, and shop online all within one app

Comprehensive Ecosystem: Beyond payments, WeChat offers a variety of services such as messaging, social networking, and mini-programs, creating a one-stop platform that fosters user engagement and retention. This multifaceted approach keeps users within the ecosystem for various needs

WeChat Pay has expanded its services to support cross-border payments, allowing Chinese tourists to use the service in various international locations (Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan and others).  WeChat Pay is accepted by a vast network of merchants, from street vendors to major retailers, both online and offline