How to Disable 'Ask for Permission' on App Store Family Sharing

Learn how to turn off the 'Ask for Permission' prompt in App Store Family Sharing by adjusting purchase sharing settings on your iOS device.

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To get rid of the 'Ask for Permission' message on the App Store, you need to adjust your Family Sharing settings. On your iOS device, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > Purchase Sharing and ensure that 'Share Purchases with Family' is turned on. Also, check that you're signed in with the correct Apple ID that has purchasing privileges. If the issue persists, visit the Apple ID website to manage your family's sharing settings and permissions more comprehensively.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does 'Ask for Permission' mean in App Store Family Sharing? It is a feature where family members without purchasing privileges must request approval from the family organizer before downloading apps or making purchases.
  2. How do I disable 'Ask to Buy' for a family member on iOS? Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > tap the family member's name > then turn off 'Ask to Buy' to allow purchases without approval.
  3. Can I manage Family Sharing settings from the Apple ID website? Yes, you can visit appleid.apple.com to review and adjust your family sharing permissions and purchase approvals online.

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