How Can I Cancel My Pending Purchases?

If you have an unpaid order, one thing you can try is to open an app to see if you get a "Verification Required" message due to a problem with a previous purchase. This will direct you to your payment methods. From there, tap on your payment method, select 'Edit', and enter your CVV. Just keep in mind that if your card is linked to Apple Pay, you won't see this option. If you still get asked for verification, you might need to remove and re-add your payment method. A workaround could be to add Apple Cash as a payment method if you're in the US and over 18, even if the balance is zero, then you can manage your payment options more flexibly.

I get where you're coming from. Sometimes payments can get stuck. Typically, it may take anywhere from 24 to 72 hours for transactions to process. If it’s already been that long, I’d suggest checking with your bank or the payment service to see if there’s any hold up.