Why am I getting charged $1 for a free app download?

Why was i charged $1. For a free app upon downloading it?


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Posted on Oct 13, 2024 9:32 AM

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Posted on Oct 13, 2024 9:51 AM

It may just be an Authorization Hold. See the following from How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support

If you update your billing information or add someone to your Family Sharing group, a temporary authorization hold for a small amount might appear on your statement. Authorization holds are removed by your card issuer or financial institution after a short time.



If it isn't an authorization hold:

This is primarily a user-to-user support forum; other Apple users like you. We don't have access to information about charges to your account. Apple has a support article about charges — see each of the steps in the following instructions. They include information on contacting Apple Support if the other steps don't help. See: If you see 'apple.com/bill' on your billing statement - Apple Support


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Oct 13, 2024 9:51 AM in response to Maaldous

It may just be an Authorization Hold. See the following from How apps, content, and subscriptions from Apple are billed - Apple Support

If you update your billing information or add someone to your Family Sharing group, a temporary authorization hold for a small amount might appear on your statement. Authorization holds are removed by your card issuer or financial institution after a short time.



If it isn't an authorization hold:

This is primarily a user-to-user support forum; other Apple users like you. We don't have access to information about charges to your account. Apple has a support article about charges — see each of the steps in the following instructions. They include information on contacting Apple Support if the other steps don't help. See: If you see 'apple.com/bill' on your billing statement - Apple Support


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