what if I don’t want to add a payment method but it keeps telling me to add one to download any app?

I want to download stuff but it keeps telling me to add a payment method. And all the stuff I want to download are FREE. So I don’t know why I need to add a payment method. Plus when I add my payment method it tells me “declined” please help I’m only a kid😓😢.

iPhone 14, iOS 17

Posted on Jan 14, 2024 6:55 AM

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Posted on Jan 14, 2024 7:05 AM

Hello ~ You must have a valid payment method on file to download anything. Depending on where you are located click on below to see valid payment options…


Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID - Apple Support


If you are trying to use Apple Pay your age may be the problem.


~Katana-San~



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