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Why do i need a payment method to update my apps?

I’m trying to update my apps but a notification keeps popping up saying that i need to update my payment information but when i add a payment method it says declined but why do i need a payment method to update my apps ??

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Jun 22, 2021 5:00 PM

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See the Apple Support article(s) below. Link to contact Apple Support in the article. 


Apple ID payment information - If your payment method is declined, or you have a billing issue with a previous purchase in the iTunes Store.    


Possible fixes.   Fix ‘Your Payment Method Was Declined’ Error In App Store


                          Payment method declined in iTunes or the App Store.




See the Apple Support article(s) below.


Apple ID without a credit card      


Apple ID - If you can‘t choose None when you edit your Apple ID payment information.   

Posted on Jun 22, 2021 5:17 PM

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Why do i need a payment method to update my apps?

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