Do gift recipients need credit card to open account

I already have an account with my cc info but I want to gift a tv series to my in-laws who are (thankfully) cautious about putting their cc info anywhere on the internet. If I gift them the tv show for use on their imac, will they have to supply credit card info? I know they've probably never opened their copy of itunes.

No.
They can redeem your gift to create an account.

Similar Messages

  • HT204053 do i need credit card to open my apple i d

    how do i open apple i d. i was told i need credit card but i have no idea where it goes as they never asked for one

    Creating an iTunes Store, App Store, iBookstore, and Mac App Store account without a credit card
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534
    Step 3 is important, no matter whether you do this on a Mac or an iPad / iPhone:
    Important: Before proceeding to the next step, you must download and install a free application. ...
    Important: Before proceeding to the next step, you must download and install the free application by tapping Free followed by tapping Install App. ...

  • Do I NEED Credit Card For iTunes Account?

    I just got my iPod touch last night and my son is helping me set up my iTunes account and it says I need to have a credit card on file. Is there anyway I can not put a credit card before getting apps?
    Thank-You
    lsronek

    You can use an iTunes gift card to create an account. See this ->iTunes Store: How to redeem an iTunes Gift Card
    You can also create an account without a card and use it for free apps and artwork. See this -> Create an iTunes App Store account without a credit card
    Pay attention to step 4 "Important: Before proceeding to the next step, you must purchase a free application by clicking 'Free App'."

  • HT5114 why i need credit card for this account?

    why i need to have  credit card for i tune account?

    The 'none' option will be there if you follow the instructions on that HT2534 when you create an account - I've just tried those instructions again and I've got the 'none' option on a new account. If you don't follow those instructions then you will need to enter credit card details before you can use the account - you should be able to remove your card's details after entering them

  • Need credit card for apple application.

    hi! i cannot use my account in apple because it need a credit card for payment, but i dont have any credit card.. i follow already your instruction on how to fill-up for no need credit card... but it different from your application.. no NONE selection will appear, only mastercard, visa, and am. express.. pls. help me..

    If you only want the free apps, take a look here:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534
    Read the steps carefully as the order in which you follow them is critical. If you don't follow them exactly as given, it won't work. Note that you can do this only when creating a new Apple ID. You cannot use an existing ID. 
    You will of course not be able to get anything other than the free apps without entering in some sort of payment method (credit card, prepaid iTunes card, gift certificate, etc.)
    Regards.

  • HT2534 There is not any none option. I must need credit card. I m in Australia so can't use australian credit card. What can I do ?

    There is not any none option. I must need credit card. I m in Australia so can't use australian credit card. What can I do ?

    Part of the validation for cards is that they are registered to the same name and address as on your iTunes account, prepaid cards tend not to be so won't be accepted.
    What you owe isn't shown on the payment details screen of your account ? If iTunes gift cards are available in your country then you should be able to redeem them onto you account so that you can your debt, after which you should get the 'none' option so that you can remove the prepaid card.

  • HT1918 I need to know how to delete my credit card from account because I know longer have a credit.  I just want to be able to up date my Apps but I can't now because there is a credit card on my account what do I need to delete it.

    I need to know how to delete my credit card from account because I know longer have a credit.  I just want to be able to up date my Apps but I can't now because there is a credit card on my account what do I need to delete it.

    I need to know how to delete my credit card from account because I know longer have a credit.  I just want to be able to up date my Apps but I can't now because there is a credit card on my account what do I need to delete it. Also my credit has expired so i need to delete it.

  • I want to remove my credit card from my account and only use gift cards for purchases. How can I delete my card number?

    I want to delete my credit card from my account and only use gift cards.  How can I delete my card number?

    You'll want to get in touch with ITunes support for this. Normally when you start an account with the CC you can't remove it yourself. But by contacting iTunes they can get that taken off for you.
    Use this link to get in touch with the iTunes advisors
    http://www.apple.com/lae/support/itunes/contact.html

  • Why i cant send itunes gift using my credit card?

    Why i cant send itunes gift using my credit card?

    What happens when you try to send a gift ? If you are getting an error message then what does it say ?
    If you are getting a message to contact iTunes Support when trying to send it then to do so (these are user-to-user forums) :
    - go to http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/ww
    - click on your country's flag
    - click on the Contact Support at the bottom of the left-hand column
    - click on Contact iTunes Store Support on the right-hand side of the page
    - then Purchases, Billing & Redemption
    If it's a different problem ... ?

  • Need to know how to delete my credit card from my account it has expired.

    I need to know how to delete my credit card from account because I know longer have a credit.  I just want to be able to up date my Apps but I can't now because there is a credit card on my account what do I need to delete it. Also my credit has expired so i need to delete it.

    Not sure if you are talking about in the Mac App store or the iTunes store but the procedure is the same for both.
    Launch the appropriate store and click on the link to your account under Quick Links.
    Enter your password when prompted.
    You will come to an Account Information screen. Click on the Edit link to the right of Payment Type.
    Enter your new information here (or click the None button to leave it empty.)
    Click the Done button.
    You can now go on using the store.
    Best of luck.

  • I called apple tech support cause my iphone 5 charger just stopped working. Aplle tech support said they can send me a new charger but why do they need credit card information if i have only had the the charger for 2 months and i have 1 year warranty?

    I called apple support because my iphone 5 charger stopped working and they said they would send me a new charger but why do they need credit card information if every apple product has 1 year warranty?

    Hi CryyCorr33
    Sound like they did what is called an express replacment. What apple does is they put a hold on your Credit Card for the amount of the cord because they are sending you the cord first. Then, once you receive the new cord in about 2-3 days, you'll put the defective cord in the box and ship it back out and when they receieve the defective one, they'll be able to remove that hold from you card.
    I believe the reason behind the hold on your card is incase you don't return your defective one to them so they can find out the cause of the issue.
    An Apple Retail Store could swap them out for you in store incase you happen to be near one. This requires no hold.
    Hope this helps

  • Why need credit card to create apple id??

    I have try to create apple id for my aunt but why i need to have credit card to do it???
    Before i dont need credit card at all
    Please help

    Usually just confirms the country you live in - you might not be going to make any purchases from the store but Apple are going to assume you will, and you can only buy from the store for your own country for copyright reasons.  The credit card number verifies the country you are living in.

  • HT5622 why is need credit card for my id

    why is need credit card for my id to conect with itune
    your id has not been used with itune

    Hello, Tayub Amin. 
    Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
    To create an Apple ID without a credit  or debit card, there is a specific series of steps that have to be processed in order to allow the payment to be set as none on creation of the account.
    Creating an iTunes Store, App Store, iBooks Store, and Mac App Store account without a credit card
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534
    If the specific steps have not been processed, a credit or debit card will be required to complete the setup the account.
    However, it can be removed and payment method changed to none as long as there is not an outstanding balance.
    iTunes Store: Changing account information
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1918
    Hope that helps,
    Jason H.

  • HT204053 Why I need credit card. To download any item

    Why I need credit card. To download any item

    Because Apple needs the information required in the event you purchase an item. Without the card there would be nothing to charge the purchase to.

  • I need to remove my credit card from my account

    Please help me remove my credit card from my account.  I am going to buy my kids Itunes Cards instead.  Thanks, Laura

    On your computer's iTunes you should be able to edit your payment info by going into the Store > View Account menu option and logging into your account, and on your account's details page there should be a payment link.  If you are doing it on an iOS device (iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch) then tap on your id in Settings > iTunes & App Store (Settings > Store on iOS 5 and below) and tap on 'View Apple ID' on the popup and log into your account  - that should also give you a payments link on your account's page.
    Changing payment info : Change or remove your payment information from your iTunes Store account (Apple ID) - Apple Support
    If you don't get the 'none' option on the payment details screen : Why can’t I select None when I edit my Apple ID payment information? - Apple Support

Maybe you are looking for