Question about sharing apps with family members.

[Sounds Good]

Hi guys,

I have a specific question about sharing apps with family members. We have 3 devices and currently all use one iTunes account on one computer. (this may change, but right now that's how we do it)

Let's say we each want a particular app that I've already paid for. If I try to purchase an app on our iPod Touch that I already purchased on my iPhone 4, will I get charged again? Is iTunes smart enough to know that my account already paid for this app? Or do I have to sync my iPhone after making the purchase, then sync the other devices and select that app?

I know this question is a bit confusing, I hope it makes sense to someone!

Thanks.

 

[Gandalf!]

It's based on your iTunes account, so you shouldn't be charged again. In the past, I've downloaded a purchased app in iTunes before syncing my phone and was not charged a second time. Hope this helps.

 

[Sounds Good]

It's based on your iTunes account, so you shouldn't be charged again. In the past, I've downloaded a purchased app in iTunes before syncing my phone and was not charged a second time. Hope this helps.

Excellent. Thanks!

 

[blevins321]

Yep, this works . It's not obvious though - you have to go and "buy" the app again. Only then will it display a message that says it's already been purchased. It'll ask if you want to 'redownload.'

 

[Sounds Good]

you have to go and "buy" the app again. Only then will it display a message that says it's already been purchased. It'll ask if you want to 'redownload.'

I had a feeling it might be this... but didn't wanna pay twice (just in case).

Thanks!

 

[longdogs]

If you're not sure whether you bought an app or not, try to leave a review - it will only let you review apps you've bought.