Cannot update iPhoto after Yosemite update

Every time I try to update I get this message: This update is not available for this Apple ID either because it was bought by a different user or the item was refunded or cancelled.
It doesn't give me the option to "buy" it, and I know it hasn't been cancelled. I'm the only user on my Mac so I don't know what's going on... : ( How do I get my photos back?

Did someone else set up your Mac for your did you buy it second hand?
If you used a different Apple ID when you set up your Mac, sign into the AppStore with that Apple ID and try again to update.
Does iPhoto show on the Purchased tab of the AppStore? If yes, delete if from the Applications folder (don't empty the Trash), sign into the AppStore and try to reinstall from the AppStore.
If this does not work, contact Apple Support from the "Quick Links" on the "Featured " page of the AppStore.

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Go to the App Store and check out the Purchases List. If iPhoto is there then it will be v9.6.1
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4928
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That means, that your AppleID is not associated with the iPhoto version you have installed.
Which version of iPhoto do you currently have? Sign into the App Store with your Apple ID (in the Store" menu).
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I try to upgrade. It prompts me to log in with my apple ID and password. I do. Then it tells me it cannot continue because --
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This is the same Apple ID I have always used for years and years.
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Perform the following, stopping with the first one which works:
1. Open the Mac App Store's Purchases tab. If you're prompted to accept it and the other iLife/iWork applications into your Apple ID, do so.
2. Move them out of the Applications folder(they may need to be put into the Trash temporarily), and then see if you can download them for free from their individual product pages. If you're asked to buy them, see #3.
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Apple does not sell iPhoto any more at the App Store.
But you should be able to reinstall from the Purchased tab of the AppStore, if iPhoto is showing among your purchases. You may need to unhide your purchases. Also try the "Updates" tab at the App Store.
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