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Can’t download free app

Why am I asked to put in my credit card information if I’m downloading a free app

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 6, 2021 6:03 AM

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Posted on Jan 6, 2021 6:37 AM

Basically to make use of the App Store and iTunes Store services you need a valid payment method on your Apple ID, unless you made the Apple ID in a very specific way.


It will ask for one until you add one and it can be verified. At that point, it can be safely removed, and won't ask for it again.


Easiest thing to do, is to just add one, and then remove it.


See here: link-> Create or use an Apple ID without a payment method - Apple Support


Do note that to verify the payment method, Apple may place an authorization hold on it. It should be reversed in a few days though.


See here: link->How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support


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Jan 6, 2021 6:37 AM in response to AndreaGore

Basically to make use of the App Store and iTunes Store services you need a valid payment method on your Apple ID, unless you made the Apple ID in a very specific way.


It will ask for one until you add one and it can be verified. At that point, it can be safely removed, and won't ask for it again.


Easiest thing to do, is to just add one, and then remove it.


See here: link-> Create or use an Apple ID without a payment method - Apple Support


Do note that to verify the payment method, Apple may place an authorization hold on it. It should be reversed in a few days though.


See here: link->How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support


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