Are you an iPhone user who’s started noticing an unwelcome guest in your Apple Wallet? We’re talking about those unsolicited movie advertisements, popping up like uninvited guests at a party. What was once a clean, efficient space for your cards, tickets, and passes is now becoming a billboard for the latest cinematic releases.
It’s a frustrating shift. Apple’s Wallet app has always been about convenience and security, and the sudden influx of promotional content, particularly movie ads that feel like spam, has left many users feeling invaded. While Apple is undoubtedly keen to promote its Apple TV+ content and iTunes movie sales, integrating these promotions directly into the Wallet app without clear opt-in feels like an overreach for a service meant to manage your finances and passes.
The good news? You don’t have to live with it. While Apple might be pushing its content, they’ve also provided a way for you to regain control over your digital wallet. Below, we’ll walk you through the simple steps to stop these annoying movie ads and bring peace back to your Apple Wallet.
How to Stop Apple Wallet’s Movie Ad Spam:
The key to stopping these unwanted movie ads lies in adjusting your Wallet app’s notification settings. Follow these steps carefully:
- Open Settings: Tap on the ‘Settings’ icon on your iPhone’s home screen.
- Navigate to Wallet & Apple Pay: Scroll down and tap on ‘Wallet & Apple Pay’.
- Locate ‘Show Notifications’: On this screen, scroll down until you see the ‘Show Notifications’ toggle. This specific setting is often responsible for pushing suggestions and promotional content, including movie ads, directly to your Wallet.
- Toggle Off ‘Show Notifications’: Tap the toggle to switch it to the ‘Off’ position (it will turn grey).
That’s it! By turning off ‘Show Notifications’ within the Wallet & Apple Pay settings, you should significantly reduce or completely eliminate those unsolicited movie ads. Keep in mind that this setting primarily affects promotional content and suggestions from Apple itself within the Wallet app, not essential notifications related to your credit cards or pass updates from third-party apps.
If you’re still seeing some ads, it might be worth checking your general notification settings for the ‘TV’ app as well, as some promotions can originate from there and be integrated across Apple services.
Reclaim Your Wallet’s Purpose
Your Apple Wallet is designed to simplify your life, not complicate it with unwanted advertising. By taking a moment to adjust these settings, you can ensure that your digital wallet remains a functional and clutter-free space, serving its intended purpose without the distraction of unsolicited movie promotions. Enjoy your ad-free Apple Wallet!