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Why can't I download apps and games from the App Store?

Why can I download apps and games from the Apple Store


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Posted on Sep 29, 2022 9:06 AM

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Posted on Sep 29, 2022 10:09 AM

If you can't make purchases or update apps, including free apps, you need to update your payment method or add a new one


See the following Apple articles:

Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID

Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)

 

Add money to your Apple ID balance

Add money to your Apple Account balance – Apple Support (UK)


If you update your payment method or add funds to your Apple ID balance, It would take about 1 to 3 business days in order to process.

 

If you're still unable to update your payment method, Contact Apple Support.

Click here for more support and assistance.


Check also ⤵️

1.

If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", contact Apple Support for help.


2.

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

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Get more help

  • If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.
  • If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.
  • In some countries and regions, your payment method might be declined because of changes to local law. Learn about billing and purchases in Europe or what to do if your card is declined in India.
  • If you still need help, contact Apple Support.


3.

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)

-> Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support


4.

Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone

Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone – Apple Support (UK)

 

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 29, 2022 10:09 AM in response to Russell4691

If you can't make purchases or update apps, including free apps, you need to update your payment method or add a new one


See the following Apple articles:

Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID

Payment methods you can use with your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)

 

Add money to your Apple ID balance

Add money to your Apple Account balance – Apple Support (UK)


If you update your payment method or add funds to your Apple ID balance, It would take about 1 to 3 business days in order to process.

 

If you're still unable to update your payment method, Contact Apple Support.

Click here for more support and assistance.


Check also ⤵️

1.

If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", contact Apple Support for help.


2.

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

⤵️

Get more help

  • If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.
  • If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.
  • In some countries and regions, your payment method might be declined because of changes to local law. Learn about billing and purchases in Europe or what to do if your card is declined in India.
  • If you still need help, contact Apple Support.


3.

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)

-> Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support


4.

Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone

Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone – Apple Support (UK)

 

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