How do you pay for PS4 online?

  1. Go to PlayStation Store.
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the sidebar and select Payment Methods.
  3. Choose the payment method you want to add.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to add payment information.
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How do you pay for PlayStation online?

  1. Select the PlayStation Store icon at the bottom of the screen.
  2. Tap the menu icon from the top right of the screen and select Payment Methods.
  3. Choose Add Payment Method > Add a Credit/Debit Card.
  4. Enter your card information and select Next.
  5. Enter your billing address and select Save.
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Do I need to pay to play online PS4?

For the majority of games that you have purchased on disc or downloaded from PlayStation Store, you need a PlayStation Plus membership plan to play online. Most free to play games such as Fortnite, Apex Legends and Call of Duty Warzone do not require a membership.
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How do you get online on PS4?

You can use either Wi-Fi or a LAN (Ethernet) cable or to connect your PS4™ system to the Internet. Select (Settings) > [Network] > [Set Up Internet Connection], and then follow the on-screen instructions to configure network settings.
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Can you buy online on PS4?

Buy or pre-order from PlayStation Store wherever you're online and your games will be ready and waiting when you switch on your console. Pre-order the hottest upcoming PS4 and PS5 games – and get special bonus content with select titles.
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How does online work on PS4?

Getting online

Your PS4 can connect to your home WiFi network, or – for a more stable connection and faster download speeds – via an Ethernet cable to your modem. It all happens via the Settings > Network menu on your PS4.
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Does PlayStation have an online subscription?

PS Plus is an ongoing subscription with a recurring subscription fee which is charged automatically (at the then current PS Store price) at the frequency you choose at purchase until cancelled. Full terms apply: see PSN Terms of Service and PS Plus Usage Terms at www.playstation.com/legal.
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How much is it to go online on PS4?

PlayStation Plus Essential is an ongoing subscription with a recurring fee of £6.99 charged automatically every month.
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Why wont my PS4 let me play online?

Causes of PS4 Not Connecting to the Internet

Your Wi-Fi network lost internet connectivity. You're attempting to connect with an invalid username or password. The DNS settings on your PS4 aren't configured correctly. The distance between your PS4 and the wireless router is too far, causing intermittent signal loss.
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When did PlayStation make you pay for online?

In March 2006, Sony officially introduced its unified online service, tentatively named "PlayStation Network Platform". A list of supporting features was announced at the Tokyo Game Show later the same year. Sony launched an optional premium subscription service on top of the free PSN service in June 2010.
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Can you get PlayStation Plus for free?

If available in your country or region, you may experience PlayStation Plus benefits free of charge by selecting a limited free trial offer.
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Why can't I add my debit card to PlayStation?

If your credit or debit card is registered to an address in a different country to that of your PlayStation Store region, you may find that they cannot be linked. If possible, please use a payment card registered to the same region as your PlayStation Store region.
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Why do I not need PS Plus to play online?

Can you still play online without PlayStation Plus? You can still play online if the game is free, like Warframe, Warface, Fortnite, and all the other games you'll find on the free to play tab in the PS Store.
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How do I change my PS4 from offline to online?

From the home screen, go to Profile > Set Online Status. Press the PS button to access the Quick Menu and select Online Status.
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How do I allow my child to play online PS4?

  1. Sign in with your account, then go to Settings > Parental Controls/Family Management > Family Management.
  2. If you're adding a member for the first time, select Set Up Now > Create User. To add another child, select Add Family Member > Create User.
  3. Enter the child's name and date of birth, then select Next.
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Why does Sony charge for online?

Companies like Microsoft and Sony do it because they can, first of all. They also do it because unlike companies like Valve (who make a killing from Steam's royalties) they have fewer sources of income. To compensate and increase their margin of profits, they make players pay to play online.
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What is PS4 online subscription?

PlayStation®Plus is a subscription service. As a PlayStation®Plus member, you'll be able to play select content, join your Friends in multiplayer games, and enjoy other special features. You can also automatically back up saved data for games to online storage.
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How much is a yearly PS4 subscription?

That gives subscribers about a week's time to stick another year or more onto their membership at current pricing. PlayStation Plus' new prices are $80 per year for Essential (formerly $60), $135 for Extra (from $100), and $160 for Premium (from $120).
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What do you need to play multiplayer on PS4?

  1. To start Share Play, you need to be a PlayStation®Plus member.
  2. You can use Share Play with players using a PS5™ console or a PS4™ console.
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Why doesn't my debit card work on PS4?

Make sure card holder name, card number, CVV code (last three digits on the signature strip), expiry date and address are correct and match the details attached to your credit/debit card account. Make sure the order of your address matches what your card issuer has on their system, including all abbreviations.
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Why won't PlayStation accept my card details?

Go Settings > Account Management > Account Information > Wallet > Payment Methods. Select the card you are trying to use and select Edit Card Information to make sure that the details have been entered correctly.
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Can you use a Visa debit card on PS4?

You can use the following payment methods to make PlayStation Store purchases and top up your wallet: Visa. Mastercard. American Express.
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What's the difference between PlayStation gift card and wallet funds?

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A: The only difference I noticed is that the Wallet Funds come in more denominations while the gift cards are only available in 10, 25, 50, 100. I use them both to buy game coins.
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How do I add money to my PlayStation account from my phone?

  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts.
  2. Select Account > Payment and Subscriptions > Add Funds > Pay by Mobile.
  3. Your mobile service provider's payment screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete adding funds.
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