BMW Digital Key for Android & Integration with Apple Wallet & Digital Wallets
BMW’s Digital Key revolutionizes vehicle access by replacing traditional keys with a secure, smartphone-based solution accessible via Android devices. Designed for convenience and safety, this system enables users to unlock, start, and manage their BMW remotely—right from their Android phone. With growing compatibility, the BMW Digital Key now integrates directly into both Android Wallet and Apple Wallet, allowing drivers to store and present their digital key alongside other payment and access tools in one secure place.
This integration simplifies travel and ownership by unifying vehicle access with digital wallets users already trust. Whether using Android’s built-in NFC capabilities or Apple Wallet’s widespread adoption, BMW ensures seamless interoperability, enhancing both usability and security. The system leverages end-to-end encryption and biometric authentication, protecting against unauthorized access while maintaining a frictionless user experience.
For modern drivers, combining BMW’s Digital Key with digital wallets on Android devices represents the future of connected mobility. It eliminates physical keys, reduces theft risk, and streamlines daily use—making every journey more convenient and secure. Embrace the digital revolution in automotive access today.
BMW’s Digital Key for Android, now seamlessly integrated into Apple Wallet and other digital wallets, delivers unmatched convenience and security. Experience the future of vehicle access—effortless, smart, and fully connected. Start using your digital key today and simplify your driving life.
You can lock, unlock, and start your car from your Android phone with a digital car key. Pair your phone to your car Important: Digital car keys are only available for select vehicles in select markets. With BMW Digital Key and BMW Digital Key Plus a compatible smartphone acts as the vehicle's key fob and main key.
The owner has control over vehicle functions directly on their smartphone or smartwatch "Wallet" feature. This feature adds a digital key to your Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet, allowing you to access your car when you don't have the key fob on you. Google made it available to select phones and vehicles later that year.
BMW was the first car manufacturer to adopt the Android Digital Car Key in December 2021. BMW Digital Key: Compatible Models & Setup Guide What Is the BMW Digital Key? With the BMW Digital Key, your compatible iPhone, Google Pixel, or Samsung Galaxy smartphone substitutes for your vehicle's key fob. Learn how to set up and use the BMW Digital Key on Android.
Get step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and expert support from Jackie Cooper BMW. This step-by-step tutorial shows the setup process for the main user of a BMW Digital Key Plus, linking your BMW Digital Key to your BMW ID and using the remote functions in the smartphone Wallet app or the My BMW App. Feature Availability: Please note that each service, feature and its functions depends on availability.
BMW Digital Key Compatibility Information Countries - Models - Devices 27/07/2025 Depending on the country, model and equipment of your BMW and your smartphone or smartwatch model, you can lock or unlock and start your BMW with the BMW Digital Key or the BMW Digital Key Plus. This step-by-step guide demonstrates how to set up your BMW Digital Key Plus, link it to your BMW ID, and use remote functions via the smartphone Wallet app or the My BMW App. Feature Availability.
Please note: If your country or mobile device does not support the BMW Digital Key Plus, the reduced range of functions based on NFC technology corresponds to the "BMW Digital Key". The BMW Digital Key is currently available for the following smartphones and smartwatches from Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, Xiaomi, OnePlus and OPPO. You can share the BMW Digital Key between iPhone and Android devices, granting convenient access to your car through the Wallet app on your smartphone.
Any messaging app will work for sharing of your digital key, ensuring the best user experience no matter your preferred app or phone operating system.