In this article we’ll be looking at the correct way to make in app purchases in Pokémon GO as well as the reasons why you may not be able to make in app purchases and how to solve them.
In Pokémon GO, you can make in app purchases to enjoy the game even more.
I’m sure you’ll make an in app purchase at some point, so please refer to this article if you ever face problems in making in app purchases.
What is the correct way to make in app purchases in Pokémon GO?
n Pokémon GO, you can buy Poké balls and incubators by making in app purchases.
Poké balls always end up running out if you can’t regularly get to a PokéStop.
Spending too much on in app purchases isn’t a good thing either, so you should do so in moderation.
If you’re using an iPhone
Purchase an iTunes card and top it up on the iTunes store.
Purchase the desired in-game items within the limits of the amount you topped up.
Paying by credit card is the easiest but easy payment also has its downfall in that you can easily spend too much on in app purchases!
If you’re using an Android phone
You should go to the Google Play Store and top up using the pre-purchased Google Play Gift Card or any other compatible pre-paid card.
Purchase in-game items within the limits of the amount topped up.
You should stop using your credit card to make in app purchases.
The problem of not being able to make in app purchases should be prevented this way.
If for some reason the problem persists you should refer to the following to seek a solution.
What are the causes and fixes for the problem of not being able to make in app purchases in Pokémon GO?
The network environment is unstable
In some cases, the data cannot be properly transmitted when an in app purchase is made in a place where the network environment is unstable.
You should avoid making purchases when you have unstable wireless data coverage or when the networks tend to be congested, such as immediately after updates.
Inconveniences on Niantic’s side
Not being able to make in app purchases can happen when system errors occur on Niantic’s side.
You should wait for the system to get back up and avoid making heedless purchases.
Your in app purchases may not be accounted for regardless of the amount of money you may have spent!
Summary
What is the correct way to make in app purchases in Pokémon GO?
- 【iPhone】 iTunes Card, credit card payment
- 【Android】Google Play Card, V-preca, credit card payment
- Don’t use credit card payments
What causes and fixes are there for the problem of not being able to make in app purchases in Pokémon GO?
- Don’t make in app purchases when the network environment is unstable
- Wait for the system to get back up
When you are crazy about Pokémon GO, you can easily run out of Poké balls and make in app purchases may be the natural solution.
Using a credit card in such cases may lead to you spending too much on in app purchases.
Just imagine a child using his or her parents’ credit card to make in app purchases and racking up a huge bill…
Please make in app purchases in moderation.