I do not want to add money to Apple Pay and I do not have subscriptions . I cannot download free apps on my phone
Why do I have to add payment method to download free apps?
iPhone 11, iOS 16
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You usually need a payment method -
You usually need to have added a valid payment method to your account. Even to re-download or update apps and for free apps. You can find the acceptable payment methods for your country here;
Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID - Apple Support
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