March 29, 2021

In our last blog we looked at how to turn off in-app purchases on iOS - now it's time to find out how to disable them on Android devices. Similarly to iOS, it is a easy and quick process to protect yourself from those subtle in-app purchases that you can sometimes be unaware of. 

It is also possible to protect your children's devices and any shared devices from possible purchases (even if accidental) which could save you any annoying payments you weren't expecting. Let's take a look at the best ways to do this:

 

Password Authentication

The most common way to protect your Android device against unintended purchases is through using a password. You can activate a password via the following steps:

  1. Open Google Play store
  2. Tap the menu icon on the left hand side of the search bar
  3. Tap settings 
  4. TapRequire Authentication for Purchases
  5. Select which option suits you (All purchases, every 30 minutes, never)
  6. Insert your Google account password to confirm the change 

 

 

Biometric Authentication 

Another common way to protect your Android device against unwanted in-app purchases is using biometric authentication. This uses the phone's in-built fingerprint or iris scanning technology to authenticate the payment each time you attempt to make a purchase. Here is how to switch on this setting:

  1. Open Google Play store
  2. Tap the menu icon on the left hand side of the search bar
  3. Tap settings 
  4. TapBiometric Authentication
  5. Insert your Google account password to confirm the change

 

Biometric authentication is definitely the most secure option if you want to ensure the best purchase protection. Passwords are often not as secure and others can often get ahold of them, especially any children you may have. With biometric authentication, even if someone has your password, they can’t make any purchases. 

 

Overall, we highly suggest implementing one of these authentication methods on your Android device to prevent any unwanted purchases through your account. Frequently people are accidentally making purchases in apps without realising, but you can avoid having this issue through simply adding a layer of security to your phone!

 

Here at DeXTech, we are here to help you with your technology requirements. We stock a wide range of Apple products, from the iPhone 4s all the way through to the iPhone XS, plus the iPad range. Along with this, we carry a huge range of Android smartphones and tablets, including Samsung, Pixel and LG. With these devices on hand we are able to offer technical support every step of the way from assisting to get your device setup to dealing with issues such as network issues or software troubleshooting. We have a helpful team who can lend a hand via our tech support email address: support@dextech.co.nz. Do not hesitate to reach out!



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