Why am I being asked to pay for free apps when downloading on iPhone?

So when im trying to download already downloaded apps or new ones its ask me to pay for it(1 st it asks me to sign in and when im done with that it take me straight to the payment info page and doesnt let me download bc i dont have money(and also the apps are free))


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iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 7, 2025 2:39 PM

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Apr 7, 2025 3:01 PM in response to Gasana_basana

If you owe money from a previous purchase, you will be required to pay that before you are allowed to use the App Store. If you do not owe any money you may still need to have a valid payment and for free apps, that won't be charged at all. You can review the Support Article here:

If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


To review your purchase history to see if there is any money owing, then check here and look for Pending charges or those that are showing in red.

View your purchase history for the App Store and other Apple media services - Apple Support


You do need to be signed into your Apple Account in order to use the App Store as those apps are linked to the Apple Account.

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Apr 7, 2025 3:02 PM in response to Gasana_basana

You are not asked to pay.


You are specifically being asked to verify your payment method since it appears it can no longer be charged.


A verified payment method is required to access store service including downloading free apps and updating existing ones.


The payment method will not be charged unless you owe something, but it will be verified and an authorization hold may be placed on it for verification. purchases. The hold usually around $1 should be reversed and released shortly after verification is complete.


If you have a pending charge, it must be allowed to successfully complete before the payment method can be verified.


click here ➜ If you need to change or update your Apple Account payment method - Apple Support


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Why am I being asked to pay for free apps when downloading on iPhone?

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