Why do i have to put my account information in to download free apps?

there is no "none" option. i want to download a free app for my phone it says i have to make my apple id compatible for itunes store by filling in my billing information but i dont want to put my account information in. i have never had billing info in nor have i purchased anything.

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2534

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  • HT204053 Why do I have to submit my credit card information just to download free apps?

    Why do I have to submit my credit card information just to download free apps?

    You don't, if you follow the instructions on this page when creating an account (the instructions won't work with existing accounts) then you don't have to give credit card details, you will get a 'none' option on the payments screen : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534

  • Why is that i always been charged to my CC, on downloading free app from the app store

    Why is that i always been charged to my CC, on downloading free app from the app store

    Hello again.  
    The authorisation sums usually amount to a dollar or its equivalent in some other currency.  The bank would not have been asked for that sum, as you can see on the document.  So that particular transaction could be worth following up with your bank if your purchase list doesn't explain what it is.
    Thank you for the star.   Glad to see some of it is settled anyway.

  • Why do I have to update my credit card info for a free app???

    I put a block on my credit card due to fraudulent activity and now I want to install a FREE app, why do I need to update my credit card info for a FREE app? If you will only charge me if I actually purchase an app or content what is the purpose for asking me?

    For identification purposes.

  • Why do I need a credit card number on file to download free apps?

    I've had this itunes account for several years. The last CC that I had on file for making purchases has been lost (and reported as such). So, obviously my payment information regarding that card is no longer valid and I can no longer make purchases. Understandable.
    I am, however, still waiting for a new card to be sent to me before I can go in an update the information.
    What is boggling me is that when I attempt to download updates or other free applications, itunes (on my phone) keeps asking me to sign in and provide payment information (which I do not have). It will not let me download any free apps or updates without it.
    1. Why?
    2. How do people who use gift cards or paypal use this function on their iphone/itouch? (or, really anyone who either doesn't have a CC or doesn't want to use it). There's GOT to be a way when I see other people walking around with their iphones/itouches dl'ing free apps just presumably without a linked credit card on their account. Right?
    I know all I really need to do is wait for my card and update my info when it gets here, but there are some pretty important updates that I kind of need now.

    You can create an App store account without a credit card, however that won't help you with updating your previous purchases. Apps are DRM protected, and tied to the account that was used to originally purchase them. There is no way to overcome this DRM protection or transfer them to another account(Itunes support can if you contact them). If you want to create an App store account without a credit card, follow the directions here, but bear in mind the DRM protection mentioned. If you use this account to download free apps, you will have to use this same account for all future updates:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2534

  • HT5622 Must I have cards for my payment if I only download free apps

    I've signed up for an ID apple to use App store to download FREE APPS but the process require that I must have card to use. I just want to download free apps, why must I have cards for my payment?????? Such a waste of time!

    Use the None option.

  • HT4539 why asking billing information when i download free apps.store

    how can i download free apps.store without asking the billing information in my iPod Touch

    - Add a valid payment method to your existing account.
    or
    - Create a NEW account/ID for her using these instructions. Make sure you follow the instructions. Many do not and if you do not you will not get the None option. You must use an email address that you have not used with Apple before. Make sure you specify a birthdate that results in being at least 13 years old
      Creating an iTunes Store, App Store, iBookstore, and Mac App Store account without a credit card
    More details of how:
    http://ipadhelp.com/ipad-help-tips-tricks/how-to-get-free-apps-from-the-app-stor e-without-a-credit-card/

  • How do i create an itunes account that can only download free apps

    how do i create an itunes account that can only download free apps

    Follow the instructions here > Create an iTunes App Store account without a credit card

  • Why do I have to answer security questions every time I download an app

    Not sure why I have to answer my security questions every time I try to download an app? How do I change that setting?

    Contact iTunes
    Apple - Support - iTunes - Contact Us
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  • Used a prepaid credit card on my account, can no longer download free apps. Cannot remove from billing information.

    Firstly, if this is the wrong category, I apologize.
    I used a prepaid credit card on my apple account to purchase an app add on for $2. The credit card only had $2.50 on it, which is why I used it. Now that I spent what was on it, I am not able to download even free apps from the app store. I have tried signing out and back in to try and erase the data, didn't work. I tried to create a new Apple ID and for some reason the option to not have a credit card on your billing info is no longer there like it was when I made my original account. I also tried to go through iTunes on my PC to fix the issue, it didn't work. I don't have another credit card to put on my account as I always use pre-paids as needed. Does anyone know how to get this card off of my billing information so I can download the free apps again?!

    Hi there Brittney93,
    You may find the information in the article below helpful.
    iTunes Store: Changing your payment information
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1918
    Changing your payment information using a computer
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    Choose Store > View Account.
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    Click the Done button after you've updated all of your information.
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  • HT201303 Do I have to put a cc in to download free apps?

    Do I have to put a cc on file to download free apps???

    Yes, it's a form of identification to verify who you are.

  • TS1702 why do i have to put in password for free apps

    why do i have to put a password in for free apps

    That's how it is.  But really, do you want anyone who happens to get his hands on your iPad to download whatever? It's your account, and entering a password insures you are in control.

  • HT201303 Why do I have to put payment verification in for free aps?

    Why do I have to put payment verification in for free aps?

    You are required to provide credit card details to download apps be it free or paid.
    Nothing will be deducted from your credit card if the app is free.
    There will be a authorizing hold of US$1.00 to verify your account information. It will be credited back to your account later.

  • Hi apple, I have currently got a visa $50 gift card. I put it on my iTunes account I have currently ran out of funds on the card. Now even when I try to download free apps or even update, it says it requires a new credit card. Is there a way around this?

    Hi apple, I have currently got a visa $50 gift card. I put it on my iTunes account I have currently ran out of funds on the card. Now even when I try to download free apps or even update, it says it requires a new credit card. Is there a way around this

    We are fellow users here on these user-to-user forums, you're not talking to iTunes Support nor Apple.
    If you have a credit card on your account then it needs to be valid. Have you tried removing it from yoru account ? On your iPad try tapping on your id in Settings > Store (Settings > iTunes & App Store on iOS 6+) and selecting 'View Apple ID' on the popup - that should give you a payments link on your account's page.

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