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update problem

i can not update my apps , because my payment method is expired and i can not afford a new one what should i do to update the apps


iPhone X, iOS 16

Posted on Nov 30, 2022 12:30 AM

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Posted on Nov 30, 2022 8:13 PM

Hi houssam55

Welcome to the Apple Community.


Apple requires a payment method for the first time you use the App Store, even for free apps.


So if you have downloaded free or purchased apps before:

you may be able to just update free apps. (For free apps use the "Get" button under apps in the App Store)


Unless your account has been disabled:

If a message says 'Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes' - Apple Support


Else: You may want to check if you can use another method to purchase apps you want:

Eg: in some countries Apple may accept Apple / iTunes / App Store Gift Cards:


See what payment methods you can use in your country or region:

Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support


How to: Add a payment method to your Apple ID - Apple Support


If needed, and you have no active subscriptions, or unpaid purchases:

How to: Remove a payment method from your Apple ID – Apple Support


All the best :-)

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Nov 30, 2022 8:13 PM in response to houssam55

Hi houssam55

Welcome to the Apple Community.


Apple requires a payment method for the first time you use the App Store, even for free apps.


So if you have downloaded free or purchased apps before:

you may be able to just update free apps. (For free apps use the "Get" button under apps in the App Store)


Unless your account has been disabled:

If a message says 'Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes' - Apple Support


Else: You may want to check if you can use another method to purchase apps you want:

Eg: in some countries Apple may accept Apple / iTunes / App Store Gift Cards:


See what payment methods you can use in your country or region:

Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support


How to: Add a payment method to your Apple ID - Apple Support


If needed, and you have no active subscriptions, or unpaid purchases:

How to: Remove a payment method from your Apple ID – Apple Support


All the best :-)

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