Why is the App Store asking for billing information for free apps?
Why every time I try to download something free it won’t let me it. Keep asking for a billing address.
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iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 17
they always required people to have a valid means of purchase on ones appleID account do do anything
free apps can have inapp purchases and the like
you can use an apple gift card as means of purchase if don't wish to use a card
try reading
Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID - Apple Support
and
Add a payment method to your Apple ID - Apple Support
if you wish to complain to them about that then you can use their feedback channel to let them know