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How to Create an iTunes Account Without a Credit Card

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By Sam Costello Sam Costello Writer Ithaca College Sam Costello has been writing about tech since 2000. His writing has appeared in publications such as CNN.com, PC World, InfoWord, and many others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on March 4, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android

What to Know

In iTunes, go to Account > Sign in > Create New Apple ID and select None for Payment Method.To redeem a gift card, go to Account > Redeem. This article explains how to make an iTunes account without setting up a payment method on the desktop version of iTunes for Mac and Windows. It is no longer possible to download apps through iTunes; however, you can still create an Apple ID for free.

How to Make an iTunes Account Without a Credit Card

You can download free content from the Apple App Store even if you don't have a credit card. You can also continue downloading free apps after removing credit card information from your iTunes account.To use Apple iTunes without setting up a payment method: Open iTunes and select Account > Sign In. Select Create New Apple ID. Provide the requested information and agree to the Apple Terms and Conditions, then select Continue. Enter your personal information and set up security questions, then select Continue. Select None next to Payment Method. Fill out the Billing Address section (even though you wont' be billed) and select Continue. If you want to purchase apps that aren't free, but you still don't want to share your credit card information, you can select PayPal as your payment method. An email will be sent to the address you used to confirm the account. Enter the confirmation code and select Verify.

Other Ways to Use iTunes Without a Credit Card

To purchase something that's not free from the iTunes Store, you must provide a payment method. If you don't want to put a credit card on file, you can use an iTunes gift card or PayPal. To redeem a gift card, go to Account > Redeem in iTunes. 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 Cash App How to Remove a Credit Card From Your iTunes Account How to Add a Credit Card to Apple Wallet How to Redeem Amazon Gift Cards How to Add a Credit Card to PayPal How to Change Apple ID Email, Billing Address, Credit Card How to Gift Money on Steam How to Add Money to a Venmo Balance How to Change Payment Method on Meta (Oculus) Quest and Quest 2 How to Delete an iCloud Email Account Permanently How to Give Apple Music (or Products) as a Gift How to Delete a PayPal Account How to Create a New Apple ID How to Set up Your New Mac How to Add Apple Gift Cards to Wallet How to Enable or Change AutoFill Information on an iPhone 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