Apple TV free trial

I go through all the steps to start the 1 year free trial. Double clicking side button to subscribe. After signing in I am asked to change my payment method which is Paypal. This payment method works for every other purchase I make but not this supposedly "free" Apple TV trial. What is the problem and how do I remedy to be able to take up the trial?


iPhone 12, iOS 14

Posted on Apr 13, 2021 6:38 PM

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Posted on Apr 14, 2021 2:50 AM

Subscriptions need a payment method that can be charged periodically and automatically (for after the free trial).

If none of your other payment methods are accepted, then consider using Apple ID account balance (store credit) for payments. To start a subscription that way, initially add the amount of one billing cycle to your balance. And top up if needed when you want to continue the service after the trial.


If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

Change, add, or remove Apple ID payment methods - Apple Support

Add money to your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

Check your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

What you can buy with your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

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Apr 14, 2021 2:50 AM in response to freetrialblues

Subscriptions need a payment method that can be charged periodically and automatically (for after the free trial).

If none of your other payment methods are accepted, then consider using Apple ID account balance (store credit) for payments. To start a subscription that way, initially add the amount of one billing cycle to your balance. And top up if needed when you want to continue the service after the trial.


If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

Change, add, or remove Apple ID payment methods - Apple Support

Add money to your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

Check your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

What you can buy with your Apple ID balance - Apple Support

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