There are several reasons why you might keep getting charged for iTunes. Let’s break them down:
1. Purchases: One of the most common reasons for being charged on iTunes is because you are making purchases. This includes buying music, movies, TV shows, stickers, books, and apps. These charges are typically billed at the time of purchase, so if you are seeing charges on your account, it means you have bought something.
2. In-App Purchases: Many apps offer additional features or content that can be purchased within the app. These are called in-app purchases. If you are using apps that have these options and you make a purchase, you will be charged for it. It’s important to be aware of these charges and to review your app settings to disable in-app purchases if you don’t want to incur additional charges.
3. Pre-Ordered Content: iTunes allows you to pre-order music, movies, and TV shows before they are released. If you have pre-ordered any content, you will be charged for it when it becomes available. This is a common reason for unexpected charges if you have forgotten about a pre-order.
4. Subscriptions: iTunes also offers subscriptions for various services such as Apple Music, Apple Arcade, Apple TV+, and more. If you have subscribed to any of these services, you will be charged on a recurring basis, usually monthly or annually. It’s important to keep track of your subscriptions and cancel any that you no longer want or need to avoid ongoing charges.
5. Automatic Renewal: Some subscriptions on iTunes have automatic renewal enabled by default. This means that when your subscription period ends, it will automatically renew and you will be charged for the next period. This can result in unexpected charges if you are not aware of the automatic renewal setting. To avoid this, make sure to review your subscription settings and disable automatic renewal if you don’t want to continue with the subscription.
Personal Experience:
I remember a time when I kept getting charged for iTunes without realizing why. After reviewing my purchase history, I discovered that I had subscribed to a music streaming service and forgot to cancel it. The subscription was set to automatically renew, so I was being charged every month without even realizing it. Once I identified the issue, I promptly canceled the subscription to avoid further charges.
To summarize, you may be getting charged for iTunes due to purchases you have made, in-app purchases, pre-ordered content, subscriptions, or automatic renewal of subscriptions. It’s important to keep track of your purchases and subscriptions, review your settings, and disable automatic renewal if necessary to avoid unexpected charges on iTunes.