Can I set up an Apple ID without a credit card?

The method to create an Apple ID on your computer, iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad works with the same trick; all you have to do is download a free app on your device before creating an account, and it creates an Apple ID without Debit, PayPal, or Credit Card.

Can I create Apple ID without payment method?

The App Store prompts you for an Apple ID. Tap Create New Apple ID. When prompted for a payment method, select None. Follow the remaining steps to validate your account.

How can I create an Apple ID in Australia?

Create an Apple ID on the web

1. Go to appleid.apple.com and click Create Your Apple ID.
2. Follow the onscreen steps.
3. Enter a phone number that you can always access.
4. Check the boxes to subscribe to Apple Updates if you’d like.
5. Click Continue.
6. Follow the onscreen steps to verify your email address and phone number.

How do I bypass the payment method on my iPhone?

1. In the Account Settings section, tap on “Payment Information”
2. Under ‘Payment Method’, choose “None”
3. If you can’t choose none or none does not exist.
4. Alternative change payment method.
5. Tap on “Done” when finished adjusting your settings.

Why does Apple ID need a credit card?

It won’t use your credit card, but a credit card is required for verification the first time you make a purchase using an Apple ID. The App Store will always use your available balance before charging your CC.

How do I use none as payment method?

Open the App Store app → select free app → tap on Get → When asked to sign in with an Apple ID, tap Create New Apple ID → Go ahead with the onscreen instructions → None when you are asked to select a payment method.

How do I switch to the Australian App Store?

Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to change your region

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap your name, then tap Media & Purchases.
3. Tap View Account.
4. Tap Country/Region.
5. Tap Change Country or Region.
6. Tap your new country or region, then review the Terms & Conditions.

Why can’t I change my country on App Store?

The apps, games, and other content in the Store can vary by country. You must wait 12 months after initially creating a payments profile before you can change your Play country. You can only change your Play country once per year. If you change your country, you won’t be able to change it back for one year.

Why can’t I download apps without payment method?

Normally, every Account needs to have a valid payment method, even for free apps or updates. You can, however, Change your payment method to None. You will not be able to do this if there’s an outstanding balance in your account.

How old do you have to be to have an Apple ID in Australia?

Since Apple in Australia does not permit children under 13 to have an Apple ID in their own name, except when created by the parent through Apple’s Family Sharing, you will need to create an Apple ID for your child using your birth date and details. 1. Create the Apple ID using an e-mail address you control.

Why can’t I use a Gmail account for Apple ID?

You will need to get another e-mail address to use as your Apple ID. You can use any email address for a new Apple ID. You can also change an existing Apple ID from one third-party address to another, like from @hotmail.com to @gmail.com.

Why can’t I download apps on my iPhone without a credit card?

In order to download free iOS apps without having payment information on file with Apple, you will need to create a new iTunes account. For more information about this, please see http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2534 which describes the process for setting up a new account without payment information.

Why does Apple ID require billing address?

In order to iTunes service, you may be required to enter a vailid payment method or a billing address so Apple will know where to send the bill if you decide to make a purchase. Cheers! It’s also to verify that you are eligible to use the iTunes & App Store for your location.

How do I create an Apple ID from another country?

Use your computer to change your region

1. Open the Music app or iTunes.
2. In the menu bar at the top of the screen or the top of the iTunes window, click Account, then click View My Account.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID.
4. On the Account Information page, click Change Country or Region.
5. Select your new country or region.

How do I change my region to Australia?

If you change your country, you’ll need to wait a year to change it again.

1. On your Android device, open the Google Play Store app .
2. At the top right, tap the profile icon.
3. Tap Settings General Account preferences. Country and profiles.
4. To change countries, tap the name of the one you want to change to.

How can I make a fake Apple ID?

Once you’re all signed out of your iTunes/iCloud account, you can create a new account. Go to Settings > iCloud and tap Create a new Apple ID. You’ll be asked to enter in a birthdate, name, and email address (you’ll need to enter in a different email address from your other iTunes/iCloud account).

How do I change the country of my app store?

If you change your country, you’ll need to wait a year to change it again.

1. On your Android device, open the Google Play Store app .
2. At the top right, tap the profile icon.
3. Tap Settings General Account preferences. Country and profiles.
4. To change countries, tap the name of the one that you want to change to.

Why is Apple requiring a payment method?

You get this message when a payment method has failed, or if the particular device has never purchased a paid app, or downloaded a free app, or if there is a pending unpaid balance on the account. As you can see, the leading cause for the ‘Verification Required’ message on your iPhone or iPad is a faulty credit card.

Why does Apple store ask for credit card?

Answer: A: It’s to ensure your Apple ID and account is secure. When you make a purchase (iTunes, App Store, Mac Store), you will be asked to verify through a 4-digit code sent to you via SMS. (that’s why you need to verify a SMS-capable device).