How to Purchase an App on iPad and iPhone

Purchase an App on iPad and iPhone

Buying apps and password protection

Purchasing an app is as easy as tapping a button. When you see an app that you wish to purchase, just tap on the price and the button will change to a Buy prompt. Tap it again to confirm your purchase; your app will now start to download.

Depending on your settings you may need to enter your iTunes account password in order to initiate the purchase. When your password has been entered correctly you can make other purchases within 15 minutes without needing it again. If you’d rather be asked for the password every time (ie regardless of the time elapsed since it was last requested), then open the Settings app and select General.

Select the Restrictions option from within this menu and tap the Require Password option. Here you can switch between 15 minutes or Immediately. Switching to Immediately lowers the risk of others buying apps on your device without your permission.

When the Buy button appears, you’re ready to purchase.