I can’t download from my App Store
I can’t download from App Store
It is not clear what exactly the problem is that you are experiencing.
Do you get any error message?
If you have a connection problem or access restrictions, check ⤵️
Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone
Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone – Apple Support (UK)
Prevent in-app purchases from the App Store
Prevent in-app purchases from the App Store – Apple Support (UK)
You need to have a good Service and/or Wi-Fi.
If they are On, turn Off Hotspot & VPN.
Charge the battery > 70%.
If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or other Apple services
If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or other Apple services - Apple Support
-> If you tried all of the above steps and you still can’t connect, contact Apple Support.
Or if you have a problem with your payment method on your account, to resolve the problem you need to check also ⤵️
1.
If you can't make purchases or update apps, you may need to have a valid payment method on file, even if the app you want to download is free, see -> 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.
2.
If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store, see ->
If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support
Scroll to:
- How to complete your purchase if a payment failed or was declined
- If you still can't make a purchase
- Still need help? Contact Apple Support.
3.
If your Apple ID is locked or disabled -> If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)
-> Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication
Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support
4.
If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", there is a problem with your payment method on your account, to resolve the problem you need help from Apple support, click -> contact Apple Support for help.
5.
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, you need to set your Apple ID balance as your default payment.
See also -> Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID
Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)
fyi: Not all credit & debit cards seem to work with App Store / iTunes Store, try a different one, or preferably a credit card. If your card is not accepted as a paymenf method, you need to contact your bank.
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.
6.
If a message says 'billing problem with previous purchase' or 'verification required'
- If these messages appear, you might be unable to make purchases, download free apps, or use subscriptions. To fix the issue, change your payment method. If you can't change your payment method, you can redeem a gift card and use the balance to pay for any unpaid orders.
7.
If you change Country or Region, you must comply with all regulations described here -> Change your Apple ID country or region -> Change your Apple ID country or region - Apple Support (KW)
If you still need help, get support from Apple directly -> Get Support or call Apple in your region see -> Contact Apple for support and service
