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Why can’t I use my Apple gift card for in app purchases?

I can’t make a in app purchase with my Apple gift card, why?

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 15, 2022 10:10 PM

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Posted on Sep 15, 2022 11:18 PM

See -> How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card

How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card – Apple Support (UK)

 

When redeeming a gift card, the amount will be credited to your (1) Apple ID balance and (2) you need to set your Apple ID balance as your default payment.


1.

See -> Check your Apple ID balance

Check your Apple ID balance – Apple Support (UK)


(2)

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – 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.

 

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Sep 15, 2022 11:18 PM in response to skyla148

See -> How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card

How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card – Apple Support (UK)

 

When redeeming a gift card, the amount will be credited to your (1) Apple ID balance and (2) you need to set your Apple ID balance as your default payment.


1.

See -> Check your Apple ID balance

Check your Apple ID balance – Apple Support (UK)


(2)

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – 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.

 

Why can’t I use my Apple gift card for in app purchases?

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