How often can you change country region?

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Your Google Play country determines what content you see in the store. The apps, games, and other content in the Store can vary by country. You must wait 12 months after initially creating a payments profile before you can change your Play country. You can only change your Play country once per year.

How often can I change region App Store?

Your Google Play country determines what content you see in the store. The apps, games, and other content in the Store can vary by country. You must wait 12 months after initially creating a payments profile before you can change your Play country. You can only change your Play country once per year.

Why can't I change my region on App Store?

If you can't change your country or region, make sure that you canceled your subscriptions and spent your store credit. Complete these steps before you try to change your country or region. If you're a part of a Family Sharing group, you might not be able to change your country or region.

What will happen if I change my Apple ID region?

If you are changing the region in Settings->General->Language & Region ->Region, then nothing happens to your apps or data or any items on your iPhone. They remain just as you are. Note, that this will not affect the country or region used for iTunes & App Stores.

Why can't I change my region on App Store?

If you can't change your country or region, make sure that you canceled your subscriptions and spent your store credit. Complete these steps before you try to change your country or region. If you're a part of a Family Sharing group, you might not be able to change your country or region.

Will I lose my apps if I change Apple ID region?

Will I lose my apps if I change Apple ID region? As you have to configure your google account on your android phone the apps that you install or buy are synced with your google account so if you change the country the bought apps will still be there.

Can I have 2 Apple IDs in different regions?

You can have 2 Apple IDs, with each one set up for a different region. The only place you need to use the 2nd ID is in the App Store/iTunes. Then swap regions/IDs when required. When signed in with one ID, you won't be able to update apps purchased with the other ID.

Does Apple ID country matter?

You'll Lose Access To Purchases If you change your App Store country, you may lose access to apps and content that you have purchased before. They won't disappear if you've already downloaded them to the device, but you may not be able to download them again later if you delete them.

Does Apple ID region matter?

If you switch regions, you may not be able to download previous purchases if they aren't available in the store of the region you are switching to. You can only access the store of the region your account is set to.

How long does it take to change Apple ID region?

How's long does it usually take to change country on your Apple ID? It should only be a matter of a few minutes. There is nothing that really needs to be done from Apple's end. Sometimes restarting a device helps clear up odd issues.

How do I change my app store region without spending balance?

Any credit balance must be spent before you can change iTunes Store country. Apple advises that, if your credit balance is less than the cost of an item on the iTunes Store (including App Store), then you can add a credit card to your account.

Why can't I change the storefront information?

You need a zero account balance and you need to cancel all your subscriptions. If you have cancelled all subscriptions, but some haven't expired, contact iTunes Support. You need a credit card issued by a bank in the country the store is in, and you need a billing address in that country.

What does it mean when it says the region setting for this device Cannot be used with Apple pay?

Check the region on your device to ensure it is correct (Settings>general>language & region – set to your region) A passcode is required to use the Wallet app. You need to be in a region that supports Apple Pay – Countries and regions that support Apple Pay – Apple Support.

Why can't I change my region on App Store?

If you can't change your country or region, make sure that you canceled your subscriptions and spent your store credit. Complete these steps before you try to change your country or region. If you're a part of a Family Sharing group, you might not be able to change your country or region.

Will changing your region in Apple cancel your subscriptions?

Before updating your location, you must spend your store credit, cancel your subscriptions and get a payment method for your new country or region.

Does changing region delete everything?

All content in your library will be removed and you will not have access to any content until you choose to start downloading items again. Once you have changed the country, you will be able to access specific items only available in that country, such as apps and media.

Why is my Apple ID different than my App Store?

A request for another Apple ID password is often caused by updates to apps/purchases that were made when using the other ID. Those purchases are tied to the other ID and can't be transferred. One option is to delete the apps/purchases made by the other ID and download them using the new ID if desired.

Is it possible to change App Store location?

In the “Country/Region” settings, you will find a small description that telling you that to change your AppStore location, you will need to choose a new country and accept the “Terms and Conditions”. You should also keep in mind that you will need a payment method valid in the country you switch to.

Is pure APK safe?

APKPure is generally safe to download from as it verifies all apps before publishing by using SHA-1 to ensure the application is original and has not been modified in any way. However, it is not as safe as Google Play Store.

Why are apps country locked?

A more rational explanation is that region locks allow these developers and producers to protect their intellectual property from those who show no respect for intellectual property rights and would attempt to make and sell bootleg copies of programs in some parts of the world.

Why are some apps only available in certain countries?

Because it has to comply with local laws. There are tariffs, laws about competition, branding, and contracts with distribution companies. There are a myriad of laws to deal with. How can I download an app from another country's App Store?

Can I have 2 countries in App Store?

The AppStore location is linked to your Apple ID's payment info and country/region. To access a different store you need to change this information to match the store you want. You can't have two devices with a different store while using the same Apple ID.

Can two phones have the same Apple ID?

Part 1: Can I Use the Same Apple ID on Two Phones Yes, you can. People can use the same iCloud account on up to 10 devices. However, when using the same Apple ID on two iPhones, you should do it without Mirroring.

Can I use the same Apple ID in different country?

If you want to use the App Store/iTunes in each country, you will need a different Apple ID. Any given AppleID can only be signed into one country or region at any one time. The country or region used is not device specific. It is AppleID specific.

Is it legal to change country on iPhone?

Is it legal to change your location on your iPhone? It's perfectly legal to change the location on your iPhone. That is, if you're using a VPN. However, it's important to remember that you can't make purchases on the Apple App Store without a valid payment method and address from that region.

What is the best country region for iPhone?

Ideal places to pick are Canada, New Zealand, and the Philippines. Not only are apps and games often soft launched in these countries, but English is a common language in these regions, which helps ensure that apps you download aren't in another language.