If you can’t download or update any apps, including free apps and you see a message about billing or payment, learn what to do. If you want to update apps, you can update them manually or turn on automatic updates.But if your app won't update or is interrupted while it's downloading, try these steps. My wife has an eMAc that has developed a problem. Any time she tries to download a file from the web, absolutely nothing happens. This is true for both Firefox and Safari and applies to any type of file (picture, game etc.) On the other hand, updates from Apple download fine and my laptop downloads fine when plugged into her cable modem.

If you have an unpaid balance in the App Store or iTunes Store, you might see one of these messages:

• 'There is a billing problem with a previous purchase. Please edit your billing info to correct the problem.'
• 'There is a billing problem with a previous purchase. Click Purchase History to view and correct the problem. If you cancel you will not be able to buy until this billing issue has been resolved.'

To resolve this, add a new payment method or update the billing information for your current payment method. Your unpaid balance will be charged. Then you can make other purchases and update your apps, including free apps.

Find out why a payment method can’t be charged

When you view your list of payment methods, you might see red text that summarizes why the payment method couldn't be charged.

If something is wrong with the primary payment method that you have on file, a different payment method will be charged. Learn about how purchases are billed.

If none of your payment methods can be charged, your last order will remain unpaid. View your purchase history to see your recent purchases and find out which order is unpaid.

Update or change your payment method

You can update your billing information or add a payment method in Settings on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or in iTunes on your Mac or PC. If there's an issue with the billing address or expiration date, tap or click the payment method, then update the payment information.

If you change your payment method, use a valid payment method in your country or region with money available on it. To prevent unpaid orders in the future, you can add multiple payment methods to your Apple ID.

If you use Family Sharing and you see a message about a billing problem with a previous purchase, the family organizer must update their billing information.

If you see an unexpected charge

You can request a refund* for a purchase that you don't recognize, but you must pay for the purchase first. You can also cancel a subscription if you don't want to continue it.

*Refund requests must be in the refund period and refunds are not guaranteed. For more information, see the Terms & Conditions.

Get more help

Why Won't My Mac Let Me Download Anything

If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.

If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.

Why Won't My Apple Watch Let Me Download Apps

If you still need help, contact Apple Support.