Child ID using Debit Card

Why can't I use a Debit Card? It works like a CC.

Posted on Sep 26, 2014 5:21 PM

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Sep 26, 2014 5:54 PM in response to SlowFin

According to an article from Apple it has something to do with child online privacy protection laws, and that after setting it up with a credit card you can change your payment back to a debit card. From Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids:


Before you begin, make sure that you're using a credit card as your iTunes Store and App Store payment method. To comply with child online privacy protection laws, you will use the CVV or security code from a valid credit card as part of providing your parental consent. If the card on file is a debit card or another payment method, you’ll be asked to provide a credit card before you can continue. After you create the child's Apple ID, you can change your payment method back to a debit card.

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