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Protect your Google Play purchases

You can help prevent accidental purchases in Google Play through your authentication settings.

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Settings and features vary by device and Android version. The steps might be different on your phone.

  1. Step 1 of 4

    To see your authentication settings, in the Google Play Store app, tap Menu .

  2. Step 2 of 4

    Tap Settings.

  3. Step 3 of 4

    Tap Require authentication for purchases.

    Important: To change authentication settings, you need to enter your Google Account password.

  4. Step 4 of 4

    Choose a setting:

    • For all purchases through Google Play on this device: Authentication is required for every digital content purchase through Google Play, including within apps.
    • Every 30 minutes: Every time you authenticate for a purchase, you can continue to buy content through Google Play for the next 30 minutes on your device without authenticating again.
    • Never: Authentication is not required for any purchases on your device.

    Important: If you turn off authentication for purchases, it may result in unauthorized purchases. You assume responsibility for all charges including unintended or unauthorized purchases.

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