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Unpaid In-App Purchases Blocking App Store Downloads and Updates

Hello. I need help with two unpaid in-app purchases that I did not receive.


I attempted to purchase “Gold Set 4” ($19.99) and “Limited Offer 7” ($19.99), but I never received the purchased content in the game.


Both transactions are now showing as unpaid, and because of this I cannot download or update any apps from the App Store.


I contacted the game developer three days ago, but I have not received a response or a resolution.


I do not want to pay for purchases that I did not receive. Please investigate these transactions and help remove the unpaid orders or otherwise resolve the issue so that I can use the App Store again.


I can provide screenshots and any transaction/order information you need.

2 replies

Welcome and thank you for reaching out. 🤗


You can’t use the App Store if your account has unpaid balances, a pending purchase or a region mismatch.


Make sure your billing address matches your region, clear any pending charges and try again.


Check your payment method in Settings ➢ [your name] ➢ Payment & Shipping, ensure it’s valid and update if needed. Also, sign out and back into your Apple Account, then try again.


If it still fails, contact Apple Support directly.



Good Luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian | Community Volunteer