Mesolimbo
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9/27/2016
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Hello,
I want to have a monthly subscription but it seems to be only available via PayPal which has so many issues in my country and I can't pay through it.
I'm allowed to use credit card to buy Fate via Braintree which works for me. Is there a way to turn Fate into a subscription? If not, am I missing something here - can I buy a subscription via credit card without having to go through PayPal?
Thank you
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Diptych
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9/27/2016
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If you're having trouble with Amazon's restrictions, that's a shame, but there's no need to be rude and accusatory about it. Kindly remember your decorum.
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Chris Gardiner
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9/29/2016
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Ben wrote:
I'm trying to keep decorum
If you're finding this a struggle, it's probably best to take a break from the conversation.
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phryne
Posts: 1351
10/1/2016
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I have a credit card subscription, made through the browser. Never had to use PayPal for anything. I think it depends on which country you live in.
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Reshemin
Posts: 226
10/1/2016
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Robin Alexander wrote:
Assuming that's correct, couldn't one switch over to the browser version, buy a subscription, then switch back to the app? :-S
See, that's why I'm sort of lost on the actual point of the whole topic 
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Mesolimbo
Posts: 12
9/27/2016
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Estelle Knoht wrote:
If you have an Android or iOS device, you can download the Fallen London app and buy Exceptional Friendship in the application, where you pay with your credit card through Google Play / App Store.
This worked for me perfectly.
In the app, I had to click on buy Fate, then instead of buying fate I scrolled down and 'become an exceptional friend' was there. Paid through Google Play like you said. Thanks
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Reshemin
Posts: 226
10/1/2016
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Robin Alexander wrote:
I would never have realised that, unless you said, as it looks so much like it's covering the credit card section
The looks of it fooled me too on first glimpse. And I don't think we're the only ones. Probably the OP fell victim to it too? Can't stress that enough: It REALLY looks misleading, and very MUCH so.
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Tozh Taurog
Posts: 114
10/1/2016
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Estelle Knoht wrote:
The main thing about buying via Google Store / App Store is that you can get around credit card restriction by buying a gift card, I suppose.
Indeed. I used a gift card that wouldn't work in the browser (probably because of a country restriction) by installing the android app and going through Google store. I don't actually use the app to play, I much prefer the browser - but the app was a great way to get through. Google took my money and paid FBG. Everyone happy.
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Morkan Kassington
Posts: 261
10/2/2016
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Robin Alexander wrote:
Assuming that's correct, couldn't one switch over to the browser version, buy a subscription, then switch back to the app? :-S
It works both ways. Furthermore, instead of a monthly bill you can buy a month or quarter or year of ES on the app with a discount for those who doesn't like an ongoing subscription. You could even use an emulator for that if you don't have a smartphone.
edited by Morkan Kassington on 10/2/2016
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Mr Sables
Posts: 597
9/30/2016
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PSGarak wrote:
I have a monthly subscription through a credit (debit?) card. I use the website, not the app. Since I'm already subscribed, I unfortunately can't help you through the UI.
See, that's what I do, too . . .
I may be a bit dim with technology, but I'm not even sure why people need the app at all? :-S
What I mean is: I don't have smart-phones and things, so I could be wrong, but I do use the 3DS occasionally to play the game (as it's my only mobile device with wi-fi) . . . the browser version works nearly perfectly, with occasional adjustments to accommodate size on a small screen, and I'm pretty sure you can use the credit/debit card option to subscribe on that just fine.
Assuming that's correct, couldn't one switch over to the browser version, buy a subscription, then switch back to the app? :-S
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Optimatum
Posts: 3666
10/1/2016
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As far as I can tell subscribing through the browser requires PayPal, which doesn't work everywhere.
The app does have another advantage, or at least the iOS app does, and I assume the Android app does too. It lets you buy multiple months of EF-ship at a discount.
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Reshemin
Posts: 226
10/1/2016
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Uh. Ah.
...wait.
I think that big Paypal button is misleading. If I scan it right the CC details under that still go straight to BrainTree - the Paypal button is an alternative option.
(Now that really does look misleading.)
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