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sagirah30 Author

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Why does my phone ask me for payment information when I’m downloading free apps.

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on May 18, 2022 4:38 AM

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Raicya

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Posted on May 18, 2022 6:05 AM

You may need to have a payment method on file, even if the app you want to download is free.

👉 Sign in to your Apple ID account page and edit your Apple ID details.

https://appleid.apple.com

On the Sidebar click Payment methods -> then tap Payments Methods and tap Manage payment method.

Or -> Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – Apple Support (UK)

Or use another payment method:

Add money to your Apple ID balance

Add money to your Apple ID balance - Apple Support (IN)

What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple ID balance

What you can buy with your Apple Gift Card or Apple ID balance – Apple Support (UK)

How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card

How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card – Apple Support (UK)

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