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How to make the App Store use my balance for purchases?

I have a balance of $25 on my App Store (from a gift card), but I do not have the security code for the family credit card. I use family sharing. Is there a way to force the App Store to use my balance for purchases instead of the credit card, which I do not have access to?

Posted on Aug 24, 2018 3:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 24, 2018 5:38 PM

The Organizer is going to need to verify their payment method by supplying their CVV code:


The family organizer must do the following on his device:

1. Go to: Settings > iTunes & App Store > Tap on Apple ID > View Apple ID > Payment Information > Security Code

2. Enter the CVV code of the credit card used for payment


Once they do this on their own device, you should not run into the issue again.


Best,


GB

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Aug 24, 2018 5:38 PM in response to milesfromspringfield

The Organizer is going to need to verify their payment method by supplying their CVV code:


The family organizer must do the following on his device:

1. Go to: Settings > iTunes & App Store > Tap on Apple ID > View Apple ID > Payment Information > Security Code

2. Enter the CVV code of the credit card used for payment


Once they do this on their own device, you should not run into the issue again.


Best,


GB

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