Why am I paying for Google Play?

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.
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Why am I being charged by Google Play?

Double-check common issues

Family and friends: Check to find if family or friends who have access to your card or account bought something. Canceled orders: If you canceled an order recently, you might still find a pending charge.
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Why would I be paying for Google Play?

The service fee is how we support our ongoing investments in Android and Google Play, reflects the value provided by Android and Google Play, and is how we earn money as a business.
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How do I stop Google Play from taking money?

On your computer, go to subscriptions on Google Play. Select the subscription or prepaid plan that you want to cancel. Click Cancel subscription. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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How do I find out what Google Play is charging me for?

Check if charges are from Google Play

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) 'GOOGLE*App name' (for Android apps)
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How do I stop Google Play app charges?

To cancel an unused prepaid subscription plan:
  1. On your Android device, go to subscriptions on Google Play.
  2. Select the subscription or prepaid plan you want to cancel.
  3. Tap Cancel subscription.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Why am I getting Google services charge on my credit card?

When you use a payment method through a Google service, during a purchase or with autofill on Chrome, you may find a charge on your account with the descriptor GOOGLE *TEMPORARY HOLD. This is a pending charge performed to verify that your card account is valid. When the transaction goes through, the hold will go away.
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How do I stop Google Play from deducting money?

On your Android device, go to subscriptions in Google Play. Select the subscription you want to cancel. Tap Cancel subscription. Follow the instructions.
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How do I turn off Google Play pay?

On your Android phone or tablet, go to payment methods on Google Play. Payment settings. If asked, sign in to Google Pay. Remove.
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Why am I getting charged $7.99 for Google Play?

If you have a Google Account, check your account to see if someone has been using your phone to place orders or if you have a subscription that you forgot about. If you don't have a Google Account or if nothing shows up in your order history, someone has stolen your credit card information.
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Do you have to pay a monthly fee for Google Play?

There are no fees for making purchases on Google services like Google Play or Google Drive. You only pay for your purchases, applicable taxes, and delivery fees.
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Is Google Play billing mandatory?

Yes. Google Play's developer policies — including the requirement that apps use Google Play's billing system for in-app purchases of digital goods — apply to all apps on Google Play, including Google's own apps.
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Why would I have a Google Play subscription?

Google Play Pass is a subscription service offering access to over 1000 apps and games, completely free of ads and in-app purchases.
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How can I stop GOOGLE from charging me?

Cancel a subscription
  1. Sign in to Subscriptions.
  2. Find the subscription you want to cancel and tap or click Manage.
  3. Choose Cancel subscription. If you don't find this option, click Manage subscription to go to the Google product you subscribed through. You can cancel the subscription there.
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How do I stop my subscription in Google Play?

Cancel a subscription on the Google Play app
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Play Store.
  2. Check to make sure you're signed in to the correct Google Account.
  3. Tap Menu > Subscriptions.
  4. Select the subscription you want to cancel.
  5. Tap Cancel subscription.
  6. Follow the instructions provided.
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How do I prevent Google Play purchases?

Turning on purchase verification helps prevent unauthorized purchases on your device. If you have turned on verification, you'll be asked to use biometrics or your Google Account password to verify it's you each time you make a purchase through Google Play on your device.
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How do I stop Google Play transactions?

On your Android device, go to subscriptions on Google Play. Select the subscription that you want to cancel. Tap Cancel subscription. Follow the instructions.
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Why is Google Play taking my money?

If you find a Google Play purchase on your card or other payment method that you didn't make and that wasn't made by anyone you know, report unauthorized charges within 120 days of the transaction. It will assist you further.
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Why do I need to pay for Google Play?

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.
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Why am I being charged $1.00 from Google?

If you just created a Google Pay account to make your first purchase or added a new card to your Google Pay account, you may see a $1 charge. This is to make sure your card is valid. It'll be removed and you won't be charged.
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How do I dispute a Google Play charge?

To get a refund if the charge was made accidentally by a friend or family member, follow the steps below:
  1. Go to play.google.com.
  2. At the top right, click your Profile picture.
  3. Click Payments & subscriptions. ...
  4. For the order you want to return, click Report a problem.
  5. Select the option that describes your situation.
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How do I find out what Google is charging me for?

Charges for Google products or services appear on your card statement starting with "Google." If the charge isn't from Google, contact your bank. If you still think you were charged twice for something, sign in to Subscriptions and services and check your orders for duplicates.
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