Why do I need to add a payment method just to download and update apps
iPad 2, iOS 9
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iPad 2, iOS 9
If you get the message >>There is billing problem with previous purchase<< please check ⤵️
If a message says 'billing problem with previous purchase' or 'verification required'
Add a new, valid payment method, then remove the old payment method. If you have an unpaid balance, the new payment method is charged automatically. When the outstanding balance has been paid, you can make new purchases or use subscriptions again.
If you need to change or update your Apple ID payment method
If you need to change or update your Apple ID payment method – Apple Support (UK)
If you get the message >>There is billing problem with previous purchase<< please check ⤵️
If a message says 'billing problem with previous purchase' or 'verification required'
Add a new, valid payment method, then remove the old payment method. If you have an unpaid balance, the new payment method is charged automatically. When the outstanding balance has been paid, you can make new purchases or use subscriptions again.
If you need to change or update your Apple ID payment method
If you need to change or update your Apple ID payment method – Apple Support (UK)
Hello ~ That’s the way Apple has chosen to do things. It looks as if you may have a prior issue and need to contact Apple. You may do so by going to the lower left of this page and clicking on Support or…
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Have you followed the instructions on your screenshot to view the issue with previous purchase? If you have an unpaid balance nothing can be done until that is taken care of.
~Katana-San~
Why do I need to add a payment method just to download and update apps