FAQs
Normally once funds are in Apple Account balance the only way to get them out again is to spend them. You can't redeem or return Apple Gift Cards, App Store & iTunes Gift Cards, or unused Apple ID balance for cash, except as required by law.
How can I empty my Apple ID balance? ›
You'll either need to spend it or if it's not enough to purchase a product or service, you'll need to contact Apple Support to have your account set to zero. If you're in the US please call 1-800-MY-APPLE or outside the US, consult the support article below.
How do I answer security questions for Apple ID? ›
Sign in to appleid.apple.com. In the Sign-In and Security section, select Account Security. Under Security questions, select Change security questions. Choose your new security questions and their answers, then select Update.
Can you transfer an Apple Account balance to a bank? ›
You can transfer up to $10,000 per transfer and up to $20,000 within a seven-day period from Apple Cash to your bank account. You can only transfer your money to a bank account in the United States. There are no fees to transfer your money from Apple Cash to your bank account, unless you use an Instant Transfer.
How do I use my Apple ID balance for money? ›
In the Wallet app , you can check the balance of your Apple Account, add money, and redeem Apple Gift Cards. Use your Apple Account balance to buy products, accessories, games, apps, subscriptions like iCloud+ and Apple Music, and more.
How do I transfer Apple ID balance to Apple Pay? ›
We understand that you're wanting to know if your Apple ID balance can be transferred to Apple Pay. We will do our best to explain. You add a credit card, debit card, or prepaid card to the Wallet app for Apple Pay, however there isn't an option to transfer your Apple ID balance.
How do I remove remaining money from my Apple Account? ›
If you want to clear your Apple Account balance, it is depending on the amount:
- If your balance is less than the cost of a single item, contact Apple Support directly, they will help you clear your Apple Account balance, click -> Get Support.
- If you have an Apple Account balance that you can't use.
How do I use my Apple ID balance instead of a credit card? ›
Use your Apple Account balance at the Apple Store
- Go to the Wallet app on your iPhone.
- Tap Apple Account, then double-click the side button.
- Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Hold the top of your iPhone near the card reader until you see Done or a checkmark on the screen.
How do I spend my leftover APPLE balance? ›
Buy an item more expensive than it and use a credit card to pay the excess amount, or ask the iTunes Store staff to zero it. Buy an item more expensive than it and use a credit card to pay the excess amount, or ask the iTunes Store staff to zero it.
What is the security answer? ›
Security Question & Answer means an answer used to verify the identity of a User when the User resets the User's Compliant Password.
Security Questions are not case sensitive.
How to unlock an Apple ID account? ›
Go to Settings > [your name] > Sign-In & Security. Tap Unlock Account, then follow the onscreen instructions to unlock your Apple Account. If you think your account might have been locked because someone else knows your password, tap Change Password and enter a new one. Tap Done.
Can I withdraw my Apple Account balance? ›
You can't redeem or return Apple Gift Cards, App Store & iTunes Gift Cards, or unused Apple ID balance for cash, except as required by law. If your jurisdiction allows for refund of redeemed gift balances, you can contact Apple Support." Read the support article for more details.
How do I remove money from my Apple ID? ›
You cannot transfer money out of your Apple Account. Depending on where the money came from that you added to your Apple Account, you may be able to reverse that transfer with your bank. When using gift cards to add money to your Apple Account, they cannot be transferred to cash and can only be used for purchases.
How to get money back from Apple ID balance? ›
If you have an Apple Account balance that you can't use
You can't redeem or return Apple Gift Cards, App Store & iTunes Gift Cards or unused Apple Account balance for cash, except as required by law. If your jurisdiction allows the refund of redeemed gift balances, you can contact Apple Support to request a refund.
How do I cash out my Apple Pay balance? ›
Here's how to transfer Apple Cash to a bank account on an iPad:
- Open settings and tap "Wallet & Apple Pay."
- Tap "Apple Cash" card.
- Tap "Transfer to Bank."
- Enter the amount of money you'd like to transfer. Tap "Next."
- Select the delivery option: "Instant Transfer" or "1-3 Business Days."
How do I remove Apple cash from my Apple ID? ›
On iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro, open the Settings app, tap Wallet & Apple Pay, then turn off Apple Cash. For Apple Watch, open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, tap Wallet & Apple Pay, then turn off Apple Cash.
How to transfer money from Apple Account to cash App? ›
No, you can't directly transfer money from Apple Pay to Cash App. However, there is a two-step workaround. First, you can transfer money from Apple Cash (linked to your Apple Pay) to your bank account. Then, use Cash App's "Add Cash" feature to transfer the money from your bank account to Cash App.