Purchase could not be completed
Why is this error/ message keep occurring while im trying to make in game purchases
iPad Pro, iPadOS 16
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If you get a message -> Your purchase could not be completed, you need to update your payment method or add a new one.
- If you want to change your card, add first the new card, then remove the old one.
- or if you use your Apple ID balance, set your Apple ID balance as your default payment.
See also the following Apple articles:
Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID
Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)
Add money to your Apple ID balance
Add money to your Apple Account balance – Apple Support (UK)
If you update your payment method or add funds to your Apple ID balance, It would take about 1 to 3 business days in order to process.
If you're still unable to update your payment method, Contact Apple Support.
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