Why do I need to add my card, I wish not to
Why I need to add my card?
iPhone XR, iOS 16
Question marked as
Top-ranking reply
that is how apples app store and before that itunes store have worked since it came about
one needs a valid method of payment
you should also be able to use apple giftcards I hear or paypall
Payment, Financing, Refunds and VAT - Shopping Help - Apple
you can let them know your opinions using their feedback channel