Can You Get an Apple Refund for Unauthorized Child Purchases?

Learn how to request an Apple refund for unauthorized purchases made by children and protect your account.

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Yes, Apple may refund purchases made by a child if they were unauthorized. To request a refund, visit the Apple website or use the Apple Support app, and navigate to 'Report a Problem.' Provide details about the purchase and why you believe it was unauthorized. Apple evaluates each request individually, so a refund is not guaranteed. For future protection, consider enabling parental controls and requiring authentication for purchases to prevent unauthorized transactions by children.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What steps should I take to request a refund for an unauthorized purchase made by my child? To request a refund for an unauthorized purchase, visit the Apple website or use the Apple Support app. Navigate to 'Report a Problem' and provide details about the purchase and why it was unauthorized.
  2. Is there a guarantee that Apple will refund unauthorized purchases made by children? No, Apple evaluates each refund request individually, so a refund is not guaranteed.
  3. How can I prevent my child from making unauthorized purchases on Apple devices? You can prevent unauthorized purchases by enabling parental controls and requiring authentication for purchases on your Apple devices.
  4. What should I do if my child makes an authorized purchase that I want to refund? For authorized purchases, you can still request a refund through the Apple website or Support app, but results may vary based on Apple's policy and the circumstances of the purchase.

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