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Why do I have to give security code to credit card if purchase is free

Why do I have to give security code on credit card if purchase is free

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Posted on Aug 30, 2013 8:46 PM

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Posted on Aug 30, 2013 8:49 PM

You can create an iTune and App Store account without credit card details




1. Sign out of current Apple ID if you are sign-in to one (important)



2. Go to App Store and select a free app



3. Tap INSTALL APP



4. Create New Apple ID



5. Confirm Your Country



6. Agree with Terms and Conditions



7. Fill in your Apple ID and Password (you must create a new Apple ID; don't use your old Apple ID)



8. Create and answer your secret question



9. Select NONE for Payment Method



10. Fill in Billing Address



11. Submit application for new Apple ID



12. Wait for verification email



13. When email arrive, verify your account



14. Start downloading your free apps

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Aug 30, 2013 8:49 PM in response to Doris1979

You can create an iTune and App Store account without credit card details




1. Sign out of current Apple ID if you are sign-in to one (important)



2. Go to App Store and select a free app



3. Tap INSTALL APP



4. Create New Apple ID



5. Confirm Your Country



6. Agree with Terms and Conditions



7. Fill in your Apple ID and Password (you must create a new Apple ID; don't use your old Apple ID)



8. Create and answer your secret question



9. Select NONE for Payment Method



10. Fill in Billing Address



11. Submit application for new Apple ID



12. Wait for verification email



13. When email arrive, verify your account



14. Start downloading your free apps

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