Samsung Pay is a convenient service for contactless payments, but sometimes users decide to get rid of it. The reasons are different: switching to alternative payment systems (Google Pay, Apple Pay), security concerns, or simply the desire to free up space on the device. However, standard deletion through the app menu does not always work - the service may remain in the system as system software or leave a trace in the security settings.

In this article you will find 3 working removal methods (including forced shutdown for system versions), instructions for clearing residual data, as well as solutions to common errors like "Cannot uninstall" or "The application has been disabled by the administrator." All methods have been tested on Samsung Galaxy S22/S23, A54, A34 and other models with Android 10–14 and shell One UI 5.0+.

Why is Samsung Pay not removed in the standard way?

Many users are faced with the fact that the "Delete" button in the application menu is inactive or missing. This is due to the fact that Samsung Pay on most devices preinstalled as system software. The manufacturer integrates it into the firmware so that:

  • 🔒 Ensure compatibility with hardware modules MST (for emulating the magnetic stripe of cards) and NFC.
  • 📱 Support the functionality of Samsung Knox —a secure environment for payments.
  • 🔄 Automatically update the service via Galaxy Storerather than Google Play.

Even if you have never used Samsung Payits processes can run in the background, consuming up to 50–100 MB memory and periodically sending notifications. Complete removal requires either disabling administrative rightsor use ADB (for advanced users).

⚠️ Attention: On some models (for example, Galaxy S20 FE or Note 10) after removal may stop working NFC for other applications. Before proceeding, check whether you are using contactless tags or Google Pay.

Method 1: Standard removal (if the button is active)

If Samsung Pay was installed as a regular application (for example, via Galaxy Store), it can be deleted in the classic way:

  1. Open Settings → Applications.
  2. Find in the list Samsung Pay (use search if there are a lot of applications).
  3. Tap on it and select "Delete" (or "Uninstall").
  4. Confirm the action if required.

If the "Delete" button is missing, but there is a "Disable" button, this means that the application is a system one. In this case, proceed to Method 2.

Disable all linked cards in the application itself

Make sure that there is no important data on the phone (for example, transaction history)

Make a backup copy of your settings (via Samsung Cloud or Smart Switch)

Check if Samsung Pay is used for automatic payments (for example, in transport)-->

Method 2: Disabling administrator rights and force deletion

If Samsung Pay works like device administrator, it cannot be deleted without removing this status. Follow the instructions:

  1. Go to Settings → Biometrics and security → Other security settings → Device administrators.
  2. Find in the list Samsung Pay and disable the slider next to it.
  3. Return to the menu Settings → Applications, find Samsung Pay and tap "Disable" (if deletion is still not available).
  4. After disconnecting, restart the phone - this will clear the service cache.

If even after this the application remains in the system, try clear its data:

  • 🧹 In the menu Samsung Pay in application settings, select Storage → Clear data i Clear cache.
  • 🔄 Reboot device.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware, after disconnecting Samsung Pay it can automatically turn on after updating One UI. To avoid this, disable automatic updates for it in Galaxy Store.
What to do if there is no "Device Administrators" item?

On some models (for example, Galaxy A13 or M33) the path may differ. Try an alternative route:

Settings → Accounts and archiving → Accounts → Samsung Pay → Delete account.

If this is not the case, use Method 3 with ADB.

Method 3: Removal via ADB (for experienced users)

If the previous methods did not work, remains uninstall the application package via Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This requires connecting your phone to a PC and basic knowledge of the command line.

You will need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
  • 📱 Enabled USB debugging on the phone (Settings → About phone → Build number — tap 7 times, then return to Settings → Developer options).
  • 🔌 Cable USB-Type C (preferably original).

Steps:

  1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm permission for debugging.
  2. Open the command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux) and enter:
adb devices

(The name of your device should appear - this is confirmation of the connection.)

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.samsung.android.samsungpay

If the command is successful, Samsung Pay will be deleted for the current user. A factory reset or flashing will be required to get it back.

⚠️ Attention: Removing system applications via ADB may lead to unstable operation of the phone or errors during updating One UIBefore doing so, create a backup copy via Smart Switch.

Switching to Google Pay/Apple Pay

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How to delete residual Samsung Pay data after uninstallation

Even after uninstalling applications, the following may remain on your phone:

  • 📂 Cache files in the folder /Android/data/com.samsung.android.samsungpay.
  • 🔑 Data about linked cards in Samsung Knox (if not cleared).
  • 📱 Settings NFC i MSTrelated to payments.

To completely clear the trace, do:

  1. Delete the cache folder through a file manager (for example, My Files or Solid Explorer). Path: Internal memory → Android → data → com.samsung.android.samsungpay.
  2. Reset settings NFC to Settings → Connections → NFC and payment → Reset.
  3. If you used Samsung Pass for biometrics, delete it in Settings → Biometrics and security → Samsung Pass.
Data type Where are they stored How to delete
Application cache /Android/data/com.samsung.android.samsungpay Delete the folder manually or via Settings → Storage
Linked cards Samsung servers + local database Knox Delete in the application itself before uninstallation
NFC/MST settings Settings → Connections → NFC Reset the module to factory settings
Notifications System settings Disable in Settings → Notifications → Samsung Pay
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If after deleting Samsung Pay contactless tags stopped working (for example, for an office pass), reset the settings NFC or restart the phone. This often solves the problem.

Frequent errors and their solutions

When deleting Samsung Pay users encounter typical problems. Here's how to solve them:

  • 🚫 "Cannot delete": Check if it is enabled Knox security mode (Settings → Biometrics and security → Knox). Disable it temporarily.
  • 🔒 "The application has been disabled by the administrator": This means that Samsung Pay managed by security policies (for example, on corporate phones). Contact your administrator or reset your phone to factory settings.
  • 🔄 "After updating One UI, the application returned": Disable automatic updates for Samsung Pay in Galaxy Store or delete it again via ADB.
  • 📵 "NFC stopped working": Reboot the phone or reset the module settings in Settings → Connections → NFC.

If none of the methods did not help, perhaps on your device Blocking from the telecom operator or corporate MDM policy is active. In this case, deletion without resetting to factory settings is impossible.

Samsung Pay alternatives: where to go after deletion

If you deleted Samsung Paybut want to continue using contactless payments, consider alternatives:

Service Advantages Disadvantages
Google Pay Works on all Android, supports bank cards and transport tickets No support MST (only NFC)
Apple Pay High security, integration with the Apple ecosystem Only for iPhone (not relevant for Samsung)
SberPay / Tinkoff Pay Support for bank bonus apps, low commissions Works only with cards of specific banks
Garmin Pay / Fitbit Pay Payments from smart watches Limited list of supported banks

Before switching to another service, check whether your bank supports the selected payment system. For example, Google Pay works with most Russian banks, but some (for example, VTB or Alfa-Bank) may require additional authorization.

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If you used Samsung Pay to pay for transport (for example, the metro), before deleting it, link the card to another service (for example, Troika v Google Pay) so as not to lose your balance.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to remove Samsung Pay without root access?

Yes, but not on all models. On most devices, it is enough disable administrator rights (Method 2) or use ADB (Method 3). Root is not required, but gives more cleaning options.

Will Samsung Pay return after resetting the phone to factory settings?

Yes, since this is a system application, it will be restored after hard reset. To remove it permanently, you will need custom firmware (for example, LineageOS) or repeated deletion via ADB.

Is it safe to delete Samsung Pay via ADB?

Relatively safe as long as you follow the instructions and do not remove other system components. However risk of NFC or Knox instability remains. We recommend making a backup copy before proceeding.

How to check if Samsung Pay has been completely removed?

Check:

  1. No application in Settings → Applications.
  2. Missing folder /Android/data/com.samsung.android.samsungpay.
  3. Missing items Samsung Pay in Settings → Biometrics and security i NFC.
Can I use Google Pay after uninstalling Samsung Pay?

Yes, Google Pay will work independently. However, on some models Samsung you may need manually enable NFC in the settings, since by default it is sometimes disabled after removal Samsung Pay.