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In-App Purchases
How “free” games ask for real money — and what to do
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What's a loot box?
A mystery prize you pay for without knowing what's inside. It could be great — or total rubbish. It's like gambling with real money.
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Why “free” games aren't always free
Games are free to download, but they make money by selling extra lives, skins, gems, or speed-ups inside the game. These use real money from your family's account.
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The golden rule
Always ask a parent or guardian before buying anything in a game or app — even if it seems small or cheap.