🌍 HOW TO CHANGE YOUR REGION ON APPLE, ANDROID, AND SAMSUNG — BEFORE USING PLATNOVA

🌍 HOW TO CHANGE YOUR REGION ON APPLE, ANDROID, AND SAMSUNG — BEFORE USING PLATNOVA

If you're trying to link your PLATNOVA USD virtual card or access U.S.-based financial features, it’s essential to change your device region from Nigeria to the United States. This ensures compatibility with U.S. apps, payment gateways, and region-locked services.

Below is a step-by-step guide for Apple, Android, and Samsung devices, followed by instructions on how to use your PLATNOVA virtual card.


🍏 For Apple Devices (iPhone or iPad)

  1. Open Settings > Tap your Apple ID at the top.

  2. Tap Media & Purchases > View Account.

  3. Tap Country/Region > Change Country or Region.

  4. Choose United States.

  5. Agree to the terms and conditions.

  6. Enter a U.S. billing address and phone number:

    • Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500

    • Phone: +1 (346) 578-1117

  7. Add a U.S.-based payment method (or use a U.S. iTunes gift card).

⚠️ Changing your region may affect app availability and existing subscriptions.


πŸ€– For Android Devices

  1. Open Settings > System > Languages & Input.

  2. Tap Languages > Add a language > Choose English (United States).

  3. Go back to Settings > Google > Account Services > Google Play Store.

  4. Tap Country and profiles and select United States.

  5. Follow prompts and add a U.S. payment method if required.

πŸ’‘ You may need to clear Play Store data or use a VPN to trigger the region change.


πŸ“± For Samsung Devices (One UI)

  1. Go to Settings > Accounts and Backup > Manage Accounts.

  2. Select your Google Account and remove/re-add it if needed after changing region.

  3. Go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear Data.

  4. Reopen Play Store, go to Account > Country and profiles > Choose United States.

  5. Add a valid U.S. billing address and payment method.