Google’s users have been receiving unexpected cash deposits of up to $1,000 in their app accounts, without any clear explanation, it noticed when Google Pay-ers took on Tuesday to social media wondering why they received the influx of cash.
In response to the incident, Google has informed affected users that they will attempt to reverse the payment. However, the cash will remain with the users if they are unsuccessful.
“You received this email because an unintended cash credit was deposited to your Google Pay account,” the company wrote, as quoted by Ars. “The issue has since been resolved and where possible, the credit has been reversed.”
Meanwhile, users have expressed concerns over Google’s mistake and how it could affect its reputation. However, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough testing before launching any new feature or service.
“Google Pay seems to just be randomly giving users free money right now,” tweeted Mishaal Rahman, a tech journalist, attaching a screenshot of the errant couple buckets he received.
A spokesperson told the outlet via email “our team recently made a payment to the wrong party as the result of human error.”
