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Taurirs533 Author

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Downloading free apps

Why can’t I download free apps without payment added?

iPhone SE, iOS 13

Posted on Apr 28, 2020 4:23 PM

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lobsterghost1

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Posted on Apr 28, 2020 4:27 PM

Even though an app may say it is free, if it offers subscriptions or in-app purchases, you will have to have a valid payment method tied to your account in order to download them. The reality is there are very few truly free apps. Is there a reason you don't have a payment method tied to your account? It's as secure as you could hope for and you NEVER has to pay for something unless you want it.

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