I just noticed that an app I have on my IPad was free when I first installed it, but now when I try to install that same app on my phone, it wants me to pay for it. Is there a way to fix that? Its not it my download history or hidden purchases. So if I were to get the app on my phone, I would have to pay.
By Exodia, 25 April, 2022
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iOS and iPadOS
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A couple thoughts
There are some apps where the developer makes specific versions for the iPhone and iPad. They have become much rarer in recent years, but I guess you have found one of the examples.
To check, take a look at the app's listing in the App Store and see which devices it says that it is compatible with.
Another option is that there has been a major version upgrade since you bought the app, and it's a paid upgrade.
Which app is it?
tubecasts
The app is tubecasts, audio player for youtube.
Bang go all of my theories
The app is universal, so one purchase should cover use on both iPhone and iPad; and there's no indication of there having been a paid update in its history.
So, if it's not listed under your list of available purchases in the App Store on the iPhone, I don't know what else to suggest.
That likely leaves contacting App Store support your next step... unless somebody else here has suggestions?