Why can't I download iPod applications?

Question

I have quite a bit of gift card credit on the iTunes store, but when I try to download applications, it still asks me for a credit card! (If it helps at all, I'm using the Canadian store.)

Answer 1

for now, u must use a credit card to buy apps from itunes

Answer 2

yeah, you need a credit card to get things from itunes. i had to.