Supported devices

Mobile Banking - Supported devices and operating systems

Our Mobile and Tablet Banking apps and mobile site are available on a wide range of Android and iOS devices. While we support many devices, experiences and performances may vary. Certain features are not available on jailbroken or rooted devices.

 

Remember to keep your mobile banking app up to date to access the full range of features and the latest enhancements, including stability improvements.


 

Operating system  Apple  Android
Smartphone apps iOS 9.0 and above 4.0.3 and above
Tablet apps iOS 9.0 and above n/a
Mobile site (westpac.com.au) iOS 4.0 and above 2.3.3 and above
Features    
Activate a Westpac Credit card or Debit card using your smartphone camera
  • iPhone with iOS 8.0 or above.
  • Version 6.5 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • Android
    smartphone
    with Android 4.0.3 or above.
  • Version 6.5 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
Activate a Westpac Credit card or Debit card using NFC n/a
  • Devices including Google Pixel, Nexus 5, Nexus 6p, Samsung Galaxy S7, Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, Samsung Galaxy S8, Samsung Galaxy S8 plus
  • Version 8.1 or above of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
Fingerprint Sign in
  • iPhone and iPad devices with fingerprint capability and iOS 8.0 or above.
  • Version 6.0 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • This feature is unavailable on jailbroken devices.
  • Android smartphones with fingerprint capability and Android 6.0 or above or Android 4.4 and above for Samsung phones.
  • Version 7.2 or above of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • This feature is unavailable on rooted devices.
Face ID
  • iPhone X devices with iOS 9 and above.
  • Version 8.2 or above of the Westpac Banking app.
  n/a
Cardless Cash
  • iPhone with iOS 8.0 or above.
  • Version 6.1 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • Android smartphones with Android 4.0.3 and above.
  • Version 6.0 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
4 digit passcode
  • iPhone and iPad devices with iOS 8.0 or above.
  • Version 6.0 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • Android phone with Android 4.0 and above.
  • Version 6.0 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
Apple Watch
  • Pair your Apple Watch with an iPhone 5 or above with iOS 8.2 or above.
  • You'll also need the Westpac Mobile Banking app (version 6.1 or above) installed on your iPhone and for Quick Balance you'll need version 6.5 or above.
  n/a
 Quick Balance
  • iPhone with iOS 8.0 or above.
  • Version 6.31 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.
  • You'll need version 6.5 or above to view Quick Balance on Apple Watch.
  • Android smartphone with Android 4.0.3  or above.
  • Version 6.31 or above
    of the Westpac Mobile Banking app.

 

The Westpac skills for Amazon Alexa are available on all devices that support Amazon Alexa. Learn more about Alexa and Alexa-enabled devices.

Update your mobile banking app

Update your mobile banking app to access the full range of features and the latest enhancements, including stability improvements.  

How to update your app

It's easy to upgrade to the latest version  - just follow these steps: 

Android:

  1. Open the Play Store app and slide out the left hand menu.
  2. Tap on My apps, to see apps that have an available update.
  3. Look for the banking app icon and tap on Update.

iOS devices:

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone.
  2. Tap the Updates icon at the bottom of the screen.

How to check what version you are on

Open the Westpac Mobile Banking app and tap the menu button (three purple lines) located at the top left. The version number is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
 

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Apps available

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Android app on Google Play