Download the official PRESTO app from the App Store or Google Play for a simple, easy way to manage and instantly load your PRESTO card on the go.

If you already have a PRESTO account, you can sign in to the app with that account. If you don’t have a PRESTO account and would like to make use of PRESTO features, such as balance protection, transaction history, and setting contracts like Autoload and Autorenew, you can set up a PRESTO account through the PRESTO app.

Remember you must be connected to the internet either through Wi-Fi or a mobile network to use the app.

No, at this time you can’t tap the PRESTO app on your phone to pay for transit.

You also can’t add a PRESTO card to a mobile wallet (such as an Apple wallet) to tap and pay for transit, at this time.

You can instantly load funds and transit passes in real-time using the PRESTO app, once you’ve signed in, using the “Load Now” option.

For customers with NFC-enabled phones: you can load your funds or passes instantly by holding your PRESTO card against the back of your phone. Your card balance information will be updated shortly after.

For customers without NFC-enabled phones: once you’ve purchased funds or a pass through the app, you will need to wait between 4 and 24 hours for the funds to be ready to use. And remember, monthly passes only start working on the 1st of the month.

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Yes, there’s an app for that! With the official PRESTO app you can manage your card anytime, anywhere. Loading your PRESTO card has never been easier. Download the PRESTO app today.

You can add a PRESTO card onto the PRESTO app by using your PRESTO card number and verification number (found on the back of your card) to sign in.

Best of all, you can add and manage multiple PRESTO cards within the PRESTO app.

Keep in mind, it can take a few hours for your newly purchased cards to be activated in our system. If you are experiencing issues adding a newly purchased card, please wait a few hours and try again.