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Improvements coming to Presto payment system

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Metrolinx is currently updating the Presto system to improve customer experience. 

During the next few weeks, you might notice a one-time delay when you tap your Presto card on a fare reader or fare gate, or at a ticket machine. 

This is normal! It means that your card has completed the update. The delay will only happen once. 

Changes in this update include: 

  • Instant loads 
  • Real-time transactions 
  • Real-time balances 
  • Removal of overdraft 

Overdraft will not be available once your card has updated. Make sure you always have enough funds loaded on your card to pay for your trips.

Find out more about the removal of overdraft on Presto’s blog: Stay Tapped In.

Find out more about the updates at prestocard.ca