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Do I have to enter a payment method to download free apps?

Do I HAVE to enter a payment method to download free apps?

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Posted on Jul 16, 2020 10:18 PM

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Posted on Jul 16, 2020 10:43 PM

brenda102969:

"Downloads: Do I HAVE to enter a payment method to download free apps?"

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Method of Payment Requirement is the Culprit:

At least one Method of Payment is required for use of an Apple Account. If you have no card, then use a PayPal account, if an option in your Country/Region.

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Jul 16, 2020 10:43 PM in response to brenda102969

brenda102969:

"Downloads: Do I HAVE to enter a payment method to download free apps?"

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Method of Payment Requirement is the Culprit:

At least one Method of Payment is required for use of an Apple Account. If you have no card, then use a PayPal account, if an option in your Country/Region.

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Do I have to enter a payment method to download free apps?

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