Always asks for verification to download free apps

Help..I have an IPad 3G IOS 8.4 and lately When I have an update or want to download a free app. It tells me " Verification Required"

WHich in turn prompts to the credit card info.. Why is this doing this... It wasn't like this before..Every week I have to go purchase a prepaid Visa just to get my updates which should be free...I don't know what to do..

Dani Girl

iPhone 3G, iOS 7.0.6

Posted on Aug 27, 2015 11:10 PM

Reply
1 reply

Aug 28, 2015 9:14 AM in response to Dani7one

Hi Dani


You can try to remove your payment information (changing your payment method to none):

Change or remove your Apple ID payment information in the iTunes Store - Apple Support


That may not be possible for reasons that are explained here:

Why can’t I select None when I edit my Apple ID payment information? - Apple Support


Otherwise, you could try creating a new Apple ID that does not have a payment method associated with it.

The instructions for how to do that are here:

Create an iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store account without a credit card or other payment method - Apple Suppor…

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

Always asks for verification to download free apps

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.