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We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
The Apple Support Community will permanently close on November 20, 2026. Starting today, the site will no longer accept new posts and is available in a read-only state.
You can continue to find trusted guidance and support on the official Apple Support site.
We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
I have a lot of Apple ID balance, which I'd gladly use for real-life things like convenience stores and for online payments (not IAPs, there's a distinction). Can I do that, or are such things restricted to cards?
Funds in an Apple ID Account may be used for the purchase of Apple products and services. Funds are non-transferable and non-refundable. Purchases may be made at online Apple stores and at Apple Retail Stores.
Can I pay for real-life things with my Apple ID account balance?
