Samsung Account Mandatory for Galaxy Store Access Starting September 25

Highlights

• Samsung now will require users to sign in with a Samsung account to access the Galaxy Store.
• This will be applicable starting September 25.
• Samsung account will be mandatory for both downloading and updating apps.
• This change affects Galaxy Store-exclusive updates
• It won’t impact apps downloaded from the Google Play Store.

While most users worldwide use the Google Play Store for app downloads and updates, the Samsung Galaxy Store also has its fair share of users. If you are one of those Samsung phone users and have been using Galaxy Story, this news update is for you.

Samsung will soon require users to sign in with a Samsung account to access the Galaxy Store.

According to multiple media reports, the change will take effect starting September 25 and was announced in the latest Galaxy Store update (v6.6.13.10).

Many users on X (previously Twitter) shared a new notice published by Samsung displaying the requirement of a Samsung Account logged in to use the Galaxy Store.

📢 Act fast: Galaxy Store will stop working if… 🧨

Samsung today published a new notice, displaying the requirement of a Samsung Account logged in to use the Galaxy Store.

You won’t be able to use the Galaxy Store from September 25, 2024, without a Samsung Account logged in. pic.twitter.com/YpWg3xmFzZ

— Yash Rathore (@YashRathoreX) September 11, 2024

Samsung notice notifying the requirement of a Samsung Account logged in to use the Galaxy Store going forward. (Credit – Unknown)

While the source of this notice cannot be confirmed, it be being circulating across social media and tech forums.

Samsung users previously could download and update apps, including automatic updates, without a Samsung account or signing in.

However, in a couple of weeks, all Galaxy Store activities, from browsing to updating apps, will require a Samsung account.

While users will always have the option to get their apps and updates from the Google Play Store, several Samsung apps and features receive updates exclusively through the Galaxy Store.

This means a Samsung account will eventually be necessary for Samsung users if they want to download or update the Galaxy Store-exclusive apps.

Though the update is not showing up for all users yet, it signals Samsung’s ongoing push for Galaxy users to create and sign in with a Samsung account.

As seen in recent years, the South Korean tech company has been frequently encouraging users to move towards the Samsung ecosystem and having a Samsung account is the first step.

It is important to note that this change will not impact apps downloaded through the Google Play Store.

Update Play Store apps

The Play Store helps you find all apps developed and published through Google.

•Open the Play Store, tap your profile picture, and then tap •Manage apps & device.

•Tap Updates available to see what apps need updates.

•From here, you can either tap •Update next to individual apps, or tap Update all to install all available updates.

List of updates available in the Play Store

In cases in Android 10 or 11, a manual update may fail to complete. Here are additional steps you can take to resolve the issue:

•Open your phone’s Settings.

•Tap Apps, and then tap Google Play Store.

•Tap Storage, and then tap Clear data.

•Read the information, and then tap OK.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Samsung Galaxy Store?

Answer. The Samsung Galaxy Store is an exclusive app store for Samsung Galaxy devices, offering apps, games, themes, and more that are specifically optimized for Galaxy phones, tablets, and watches.

Q2. How do I find the Galaxy Store on my device?

Answer. The Galaxy Store is usually located in the Samsung folder on the Apps screen of your Galaxy phone or tablet. For Galaxy Watches, it comes preinstalled and can be found with your other apps.

Q3. Can I share app information from the Galaxy Store on social media?

Answer. Yes, you can share app information using various services, including Facebook and Twitter. Navigate to the app’s details page and use the share option.

Q4. How do I update my payment information in the Galaxy Store?

Answer. To update your credit card information, open the Galaxy Store app, go to the payment methods section, and follow the on-screen instructions to register or change your credit card details.

Q5. Can I get a refund for a purchased app from the Galaxy Store?

Answer. Refunds are generally not available once the download begins. However, if an app has a material defect, it may be replaced, or downloaded again, or a coupon may be provided for the equivalent purchase value.

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