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turn off ask to buy

how to turn off ask to buy so i don’t have to ask to get apps

Posted on Oct 30, 2023 4:05 PM

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Posted on Oct 31, 2023 2:43 PM

Your parent or guardian has to do that.

How to turn on or turn off Ask to Buy, from Approve what kids buy with Ask to Buy - Apple Support

If you're a parent or guardian, use your own device to turn on or turn off Ask to Buy.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Tap your name.

3. Tap Family Sharing.

4. Tap your family member's name, then tap Ask to Buy. In iOS 15 or earlier, tap Ask to Buy then tap your family member's name.

5. Turn on or off Require Purchase Approval.

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