Why is Google Play taking money from my account?

These authorizations happen so Google can make sure the card is valid, and to check that you have enough funds in your account to make the purchase.


Why is Google Play deducting money from my account?

If money was deducted from your account, but the app still appears as you need to buy it, please note that most probably an error occurred during the purchasing process. If that's the case, Google will automatically refund your purchase, usually within 3-5 business days.

How do I stop Google Play from charging my credit card?

Open the Play Store app on your phone or tablet. Tap the Menu button (three horizontal lines), Account > Subscriptions.
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  1. Go to Google Play. Sign in with the same Google Account that you used to purchase your subscription.
  2. Find the relevant subscription in your list.
  3. Choose Cancel Subscription.


What is Google Play and why am I paying for it?

Google Play Pass offers hundreds of Android games and apps (close to 1,000 in total). The library boasts many titles that usually cost money, and there are no ads or in-app purchases in any of the included content.

How do I find out what Google Play is charging me for?

On your billing statement, check how the charges appear. All Google Play purchases will appear on your statement under the following names: 'GOOGLE*App developer name' (for Android apps)


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Why is Google Play charging my credit card?

These authorizations happen so Google can make sure the card is valid, and to check that you have enough funds in your account to make the purchase.

How do I delete Google Play transactions?

Delete specific Google Pay activity
  1. Go to myactivity.google.com. If you haven't already, sign in to your Google Account.
  2. Find the date of the activity.
  3. Under the activity you want to delete, tap Details.
  4. On this page, you can delete the activity you no longer want. To delete certain items: Next to the item, select More.


Is there a monthly fee for Google Play?

Yes, Google Play is free for users.


Can you dispute Google Play charges?

Select Request a refund or Report a problem. Choose the option that describes your situation. Complete the form and note that you'd like a refund. You'll get a message that says "Thank you for sharing your concerns." You'll also receive an email with a refund decision.

Why is Google charging my bank account?

The charges are totally bogus but appear to be coming from Google and Google Play, and typically there's more than one on your credit or debit card.

How do I stop Google transaction payment?

If someone you don't know requests money from you or you don't want someone to contact you on Google Pay, you can block them if they send requests.
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Block a user from the conversation page
  1. On your device, open Google Pay .
  2. Select the contact you want to block.
  3. Tap More Block.
  4. To unblock the person, tap Unblock.


How do I cancel a Google Pay subscription?

Cancel a subscription

You can cancel some subscriptions in Google Pay. Sign in to Subscriptions. Find the subscription that you want to cancel and tap or click Manage. Choose Cancel subscription.

How do I stop my apps from automatically charging on my credit card?

Tap on any app you no longer want to pay for, scroll to the bottom and hit Cancel Subscription. (On newer Android devices, go to Settings -> Google -> Manage Google Accounts -> Payments and Subscriptions -> Manage Subscriptions.)

Will Google Play refund money if scammed?

Google refunds purchases that are fraudulent according to our policies. Learn more about reporting a fraudulent charge. For other questions about your purchase, visit the Google payments help center. To continue being able to pay using Google after your claim is verified, sign in now.


How do I get my money back from unauthorized transactions?

Contact the company or bank that issued the credit card or debit card. Tell them it was a fraudulent charge. Ask them to reverse the transaction and give you your money back.

How do I contact Google Play customer service?

5. Online Assistance and Customer Care. To view your Google Play balance, visit https://play.google.com/store/account. To speak to customer care, call us at 1-855-466-4438.

How do I contact Google customer service?

How do I reach a human at Google?
  1. By Live Chat Support: You can contact Google Live Person Online Live Chat support. ...
  2. By Phone Number: You can also call at Google customer support number 1-866-2-Google (1-866-246-6453) or 1-888-570-1575 and directly connect the customer service team at Google.


How do I find out where a charge came from?

There are a few ways to look up unfamiliar credit card charges:
  1. Use a search engine to look up the words in the description of the charge on your statement - exactly as it appears.
  2. See if your card issuer has its own merchant search tool by calling the number on the back of your credit card.


Can you cancel a Google Play purchase?

If it's been less than 48 hours since you bought an app or made an in-app purchase: You can request a refund through Google Play. If you bought movies, books, or other content: You may be able to request a refund more than 48 hours after your purchase (check policy below).

Can an app automatically charge you?

Many smartphone apps will ask you to pay a monthly or a yearly subscription and automatically deduct that money from your financial account of choice. From video-streaming services like Netflix to weather-monitoring apps such as Dark Sky, this model lets you buy into a program with easy recurring payments.


Is Google Play completely free?

Google Play only charges a service fee to developers who offer a paid app or sell access to in-app digital goods or services. Only 3% of developers on Google Play are subject to a service fee. The remaining 97% can distribute their apps and take advantage of all Google Play has to offer at no charge.

How do I permanently delete Google Play services?

Remove products
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open your device's Settings app Google. Manage your Google Account.
  2. At the top, tap Data & privacy.
  3. Under "Download or delete your data," tap Delete a Google service. ...
  4. Next to the product you want to remove, tap Delete .
  5. Follow the steps on the screen.


How do I delete my transaction?

Deleting individual transactions
  1. In the Bank statement lines section, find the transaction you want to delete. You have the possibility to filter transactions by status using the options provided in the drop-down menu. ...
  2. Click on the three points on its right (⋮)
  3. Hit Remove.
  4. Confirm the action.


How do I permanently delete Google Play store?

How to remove a Google Play account from Android
  1. Open “Settings” app on your device;
  2. Tap on “Accounts”;
  3. Choose the Google Play Store account you want to remove. ...
  4. Tap “Remove Account”, then tap “Remove Account” again;
  5. You may be asked to enter your password, PIN or security pattern to proceed.


Does deleting an app stop payments?

Talking for iOS and Android apps that have in app purchases are using the payment method through apple/google. If you did not give any payment information like your credit card an app can not charge you after deleting. This is only possible if you bought a subscription and you deleted the app.