How to Enable Apple In-App Purchases for Family Sharing

Learn how to set up Family Sharing for Apple in-app purchases with this quick guide.

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To enable Family Sharing for Apple in-app purchases, ensure you are the Family Organizer. Navigate to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > Purchase Sharing and enable it. Sign in with your Apple ID and follow the prompts to set up payment options, making it possible for family members to share in-app purchases.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Family Sharing on Apple devices? Family Sharing is a feature that allows up to six family members to share purchases from iTunes, App Store, and Apple Books without sharing accounts. It also allows users to share subscriptions to Apple services like Apple Music and Apple TV+.
  2. How can I share in-app purchases with my family? To share in-app purchases, the Family Organizer must enable Purchase Sharing in the Family Sharing settings. After that, eligible apps will allow family members to access shared in-app purchases.
  3. Can I control what my family members can purchase? Yes, as a Family Organizer, you can set up Ask to Buy, which requires your family members to request permission for purchases. You can also manage payment methods and review past purchases.
  4. What happens if a family member buys an in-app purchase? If a family member makes an in-app purchase, it will be charged to the payment method set up in the Family Sharing account. They can access that purchase across devices, as long as they're part of the Family Sharing group.