Can my Apple Pay be used to update apps in the App Store
How do I use my apple gift card to update my iPhone apps
iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 17
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Updating apps is free.
Apple Pay is not used in the App Store.
You can redeem your gift card onto your Apple ID, and its balance will be used if you try to purchase an app, subscribe to one, or make an eligible in-app purchase.
click here ➡️ How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card - Apple Support
and here ➡️ How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support