If you just created a Google Payments account to make your first purchase or added a new card to your Payments account, you may see a $1 charge. This is to make sure your card is valid. It’ll be removed and you won’t be charged.
Why do I have a charge from Google?
You may find a charge on your account with the descriptor GOOGLE *TEMPORARY HOLD. It may be cut short on your bank statement. This is a pending charge for a transaction that hasn’t been processed yet. When the transaction goes through, it’ll go away and you won’t be charged.
Why did Google pay charge me $2?
When adding your card to Google Pay, Google will preauthorise a small amount (usually $2) for verification purposes. This amount will be cancelled, and should not appear on your statement when it is issued. If this amount appears on your statement, please contact Google to discuss this or contact St.