Use a payment method, such as a credit or debit card, to add funds to your Apple Account balance. Then use your Apple Account balance to buy apps, games, music, iCloud+, and more.
If you want to add a payment method to your Apple ID, not add funds to your Apple Account balance, learn how to add a payment method.
Add funds to your Apple Account balance on iPhone or iPad
Open the App Store app.
Tap your photo, initials, or the sign-in button
at the top of the screen.Tap "Add Money to Account."
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Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the purchase. Some payment methods might prompt you to verify your purchase with a text message or other method.
In some countries and regions, you can also add funds using the options on the Apple Account card in the Wallet app.
Add funds to your Apple Account balance on Mac or PC
On your Mac, open the App Store. On a PC, open the Apple Music app or Apple TV app. If you're not signed in, sign in with your Apple ID.
Open the Account Information page:
On a Mac, click your name or the account button in the sidebar. Then click Account Settings at the top of the screen.
On a PC, click your name or the account button in the sidebar. Then click View My Account.
On the Account Information page, click Add Money.
Click the amount that you want to add. Or to automatically add to your balance in the future, click Set Up Auto Reload. What's auto reload?
Click Next, then confirm your selection. Some payment methods might prompt you to verify your purchase with a text message or other method.
Automatically top up your Apple Account balance
If you want to automatically add to your Apple Account balance, set up auto reload. You can top up your balance weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Or you can automatically top up your balance when it's low.
If you want to turn off auto reload, return to the Add Funds page, then tap or click Turn Off Auto Reload.
In some countries in regions, these top-up options might not be available.
Get more help with Apple Account balance
Learn how to check your Apple Account balance.
You can use your Apple Account balance to buy apps, pay for subscriptions, and more. But for some purchases, Apple Account balance can't be used. Learn what you can buy with your Apple Account balance.
Apple Account balance isn’t available in all countries or regions. See if you can pay with Apple Account balance in your country or region.
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