Family Sharing payment methods

When in Family Sharing, how do I use my Account balance when making a purchase?

Posted on Jan 24, 2021 4:27 AM

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Eric Root

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Posted on Jan 24, 2021 8:32 AM

Normally, your account balance is automatically charged before the organizer's credit card is charged.

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Eric Root

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Jan 24, 2021 8:32 AM in response to Judynac1

Normally, your account balance is automatically charged before the organizer's credit card is charged.

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