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I can’t download anymore games

I am having Problems being able too download games on my phone now and it is making me super mad. I have done exactly what it is says too do over and over and over and over but it is not working and I am about too throw my phone threw the Wall. If u can help with this that will be amazing because I wanna know why I’m not able too do anything.?

iPhone XR, iOS 14

Posted on May 20, 2021 1:46 AM

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Posted on May 20, 2021 7:56 AM

Unfortunately you have not provided sufficient information for us to propose a specific solution. For example, you say "it says too [sic] do" but I have no idea what "it" is. Describing what happens when you try, and the exact wording of any error messages, would greatly aid us in helping you. In the meantime review these documents if you think they apply:


Click on this link "If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad " --> https://support.apple.com/HT207165

If the first 5 don't help, use the 6th.


Considerations:

Do you have the same problem when using a different Wi-Fi network?

Does restarting your device make any change?

Can you download apps normally on another device?


If instead you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes" click on this --> https://support.apple.com/HT208856


Resolve issues between iTunes and third-party security software - https://support.apple.com/HT201413 - You can’t connect to iTunes Store to buy or download content.


If you see 'app needs to be updated' after updating to iOS 14.5, click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT212310


Apple Recommended article by ASC contributor Urquhart1244 --> https://discussions.apple.com/thread/8434425 with various suggestions about network, payment and log-in issues.


"If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Books" click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT201400

- If none of the suggestions work, try the last one: "If you’ve tried all of the above steps and you still can’t connect, contact Apple Support."

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May 20, 2021 7:56 AM in response to Zackattack29

Unfortunately you have not provided sufficient information for us to propose a specific solution. For example, you say "it says too [sic] do" but I have no idea what "it" is. Describing what happens when you try, and the exact wording of any error messages, would greatly aid us in helping you. In the meantime review these documents if you think they apply:


Click on this link "If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad " --> https://support.apple.com/HT207165

If the first 5 don't help, use the 6th.


Considerations:

Do you have the same problem when using a different Wi-Fi network?

Does restarting your device make any change?

Can you download apps normally on another device?


If instead you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes" click on this --> https://support.apple.com/HT208856


Resolve issues between iTunes and third-party security software - https://support.apple.com/HT201413 - You can’t connect to iTunes Store to buy or download content.


If you see 'app needs to be updated' after updating to iOS 14.5, click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT212310


Apple Recommended article by ASC contributor Urquhart1244 --> https://discussions.apple.com/thread/8434425 with various suggestions about network, payment and log-in issues.


"If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Books" click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT201400

- If none of the suggestions work, try the last one: "If you’ve tried all of the above steps and you still can’t connect, contact Apple Support."

May 20, 2021 9:07 PM in response to Zackattack29

The resolution to a verification required issue is often making sure you have entered a credit card or other valid method of payment even if you don't plan on needing to use it.


If there is an option to select "Review" or "Continue", select that and enter valid payment information if required. If there's problems doing this:

Tap: Settings > [your name at the top] > Media & Purchases > View Account > Review Apple ID.


More things to try in this 2018 post by Urquhart1244 marked Apple Recommended:

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/8434425?answerId=33542414022#33542414022


Payment methods that you can use with your Apple ID - https://support.apple.com/HT202631


May 21, 2021 6:39 AM in response to Zackattack29

Apple requiring a payment method such as a credit or debit card, even for free apps, is not an uncommon observation. Some possible reasons are outlined in the links below such as outstanding balance, an issue with a payment method you have currently entered, or ongoing subscriptions. You can try to set up your account without a payment method but you may find there is no option other than to enter a valid payment method to satisfy Apple's requirement. If the item is free you will not be charged. If has a cost, your Apple ID balance will in most cases be used first. You can also later remove the payment method and see if it only needs to be there temporarily.


If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad - https://support.apple.com/HT207165

- "You might need to have a payment method on file, even if the app that you want to download is free." If you have something else on your account that requires a payment method, such as a subscription, and your current payment method is not working then Apple won't let you download even free things until you fix the payment method. This is explained in this document, 'If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store' - https://support.apple.com/HT203005


Create or use your Apple ID without a payment method - https://support.apple.com/HT204034

- "You can remove payment methods from your existing Apple ID after you sign in to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Books. You won't be asked for a payment method again until you make a purchase." However, "To make purchases from App Store, iTunes, Music, and more, you must add a valid payment method to your Apple ID" - https://support.apple.com/HT208650 In this cases purchasing means something that costs money. As illustrated by the instructions on how to create an Apple ID without a payment method on a computer, it actually has you download a free item without a payment method, showing this is possible.


If you can't remove your last payment method or use no payment method with your Apple ID - https://support.apple.com/HT203905

- " if you're using an existing Apple ID with the App Store for the first time, you must provide payment information."


Also:


How App Store and iTunes Store purchases are billed - https://support.apple.com/HT201359

Some purchases aren’t charged to your Apple ID balance

- You can’t charge gifts to your Apple ID balance. If you send a gift or gift card, your primary payment method is charged.

- Some subscriptions might not be charged to your Apple ID balance.


If you still have problems Click here --> https://support.apple.com/choose-country-region/media-services Select your country, then a product. If you don't see one that handles your issue then keep experimenting with selections until you reach one that gets you a chat session or a telephone call and get the representative to redirect you.


or:


Contact Apple for support and service --> "See a list of Apple phone numbers around the world." - https://support.apple.com/HT201232

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