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How to Create an Apple ID Without a Credit Card
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By Mark Harris Mark Harris Writer University of Wolverhampton Mark Harris is a former writer for Lifewire who wrote about the digital music scene and streaming music services in an easy to understand, no-nonsense manner. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on March 9, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android What to Know
Download a free app from the App Store and follow the prompt to Create New Apple ID.Follow the on-screen instructions to create an Apple ID. On the Billing Information screen, choose None as the payment type.To remove payment info from an existing Apple ID, go to Settings > [name] > Payment & Shipping. Remove unwanted payment methods. An Apple ID is convenient when you want to quickly buy music or other content from the iTunes Store (now separated into Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Podcasts, and Apple Books), but you don't need to add your financial information to create an Apple ID. We show you how to get around adding a payment method when creating an Apple ID, and how to remove payment information from an existing Apple ID. Create a New Apple ID Using a Free App Purchase
When you create a new Apple ID you'll be asked to supply a payment method to complete the sign-up process. You can get around this requirement by attempting to download a free app before creating your Apple ID. Before creating an Apple ID, tap the App Store icon on the iPhone's main screen. Locate a free app that you would like to download. A quick way to do this is to tap the Top Charts icon near the bottom of the screen and then tap the Free menu tab (at the top of the screen). Tap on the Free button next to the app you want to download and then choose Install App when the option appears. Create a New Apple ID
Once you've attempted to download a free app, follow these steps to create a new Apple ID. After selecting a free app to download you will see a pop-up menu appear. Tap the Create New Apple ID button. On the next screen, select the correct country or region that matches your location. The default should already be correct, but if it isn't then simply tap the Store option to change it. Tap Next when done. Read the terms and conditions and the Apple privacy policy and then tap the Agree button. Another dialog box will now appear asking you to confirm your decision. Tap Agree again to continue. On the Apple ID and Password screen, tap the Email text box and enter the email address you want to use and then tap Next. Choose a strong password for the account, tap Next and then enter it again in the Verify text box. Tap Done. Scroll down the screen to complete the Security Info section. Answer the three questions to continue your enrollment. Tap on each question and answer text box in turn to complete the information. Use the Optional Rescue Email text box to provide an alternative email address just in case you need to reset the account. Tap on the Month, Day, and Year text boxes to enter your date of birth details. If you are setting the account up for a child, then ensure he or she is at least 13 years old to meet the minimum age requirement. Click Next to continue. On the Billing Information screen, tap the None option as your payment type. Scroll down and fill in the remaining text boxes for your billing address and telephone number. Tap Next. Complete the Sign-up Process
The last part of the sign-up process involves verifying your account. A message should now be displayed on-screen notifying you that an email has been sent to the address you provided. To continue, tap the Done button. Check the email account to see if there's a message from the iTunes Store. If so, look in the message for a Verify Now link and click on it. Shortly after you complete enrollment, a screen will appear asking you to sign in. Type your Apple ID and password and then tap the Verify Address button to complete the registration process. You should now be able to download free music, apps, and other media from the iTunes Store using an account that doesn't hold any payment information. You can of course add this information at a later date if necessary. You will not be able to select None as a payment option if your address is not in the country you're in. Removing Payment Information from an Existing Apple ID
You don't need to create a new Apple ID to remove your payment information. Go to the Settings app, select your name from the very top of the list then tap Payment & Shipping. Remove any modes of payment currently on file. You cannot remove a method of payment if: You owe a payment or have an app subscription currently activeYour Family Sharing settings disallow it Why Create an Apple ID With No Credit Card
One instance is when you allow your kids with their own accounts to download free content. Things like Audiobooks, podcasts, iTunes U, and music apps for your phone are often free and therefore don't need a credit card. Keeping kids from buying items on iTunes without your permission may help keep the family media budget on track. Pixabay Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Add a Credit Card to Apple Wallet How to Install YouTube TV on Fire Stick How to Change Apple ID Email, Billing Address, Credit Card How to Remove a Credit Card From Your iTunes Account How to Delete an iCloud Email Account Permanently How to Create a New Apple ID How to Install Microsoft 365 on Your PC How to Get an Apple Student Discount How to Get a Tidal Student Discount How to Set Up and Use Touch ID, the iPhone Fingerprint Scanner How to Set up the Apple TV With Your iPhone How to Change the Region on an iPhone How to Create a PlayStation Network Account How to Sign Up for Apple's iOS Public Beta Program How to Install TutuApp on iOS and Android Devices How to Get an Apple Music Student Discount Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies