Why am I being asked to put a payment method for free apps

Asking for billing information constantly not letting me download any apps without putting a billing information

iPhone SE, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 23, 2022 08:41 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Nov 23, 2022 08:42 PM

It establishes your identity in the App Store.
Free apps can also have in-app purchases.

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Axel Foley

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Nov 23, 2022 08:42 PM in response to frankly98

It establishes your identity in the App Store.
Free apps can also have in-app purchases.

Axel F.

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