Why does it keep saying payment not authorized?

Troubleshooting Payment Not Authorized Issues in Google Play

Experiencing the frustrating error message “Payment Not Authorized” while attempting to make purchases in the Google Play Store? This issue can be easily resolved by following a simple yet often neglected step: clearing the cached data for Google Play Services.

Steps to Clear Google Play Services Cache:

1. Navigate to App Settings: Open your device’s Settings app and navigate to the “Apps” or “Applications” section.
2. Locate Google Play Services: Scroll down to find “Google Play Services” and tap on it.
3. Clear Data: Within the Google Play Services app information page, tap on “Storage,” then select “Clear Data.” This action will remove any stored user information or temporary files.

Re-entering Payment Information:

Once the data is cleared, you will be prompted to reopen Google Play Services. Re-enter your payment information as usual.

Why Does Clearing Google Play Services Data Help?

Cache data stored by Google Play Services can sometimes become corrupted or outdated, causing payment processing errors. Clearing the cache removes these problematic files and allows the app to function correctly.

Additional Troubleshooting Tips:

• Restart Your Device: A simple restart can resolve temporary software glitches that may interfere with payments.
• Check Payment Method: Ensure that your payment method is still valid and linked to your Google account.
• Contact Google Support: If the issue persists, reach out to Google Play support for further assistance.