How to Block Purchases on the App Store: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to prevent unauthorized purchases on the App Store easily with our step-by-step guide.

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To block purchases on the App Store, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions. Enable the restrictions, then navigate to iTunes & App Store Purchases and set Purchasing to 'Don’t Allow'. This will prevent unauthorized or accidental purchases.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I block purchases on the App Store without using Screen Time? Unfortunately, using Screen Time is the primary method to block purchases on the App Store.
  2. How do I turn off restrictions on my App Store purchases? To turn off restrictions, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions and toggle off the setting.
  3. What happens if I forget my Screen Time passcode? If you forget your Screen Time passcode, you'll need to restore your device or use recovery tools to reset it.

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