Keep Your Connection Secure Without a Monthly Bill. Keep up with Apple Hacks over on Facebook and Twitter, or Gadget Hacks over on Facebook, Google+, and Twitter, for more Apple fun. However, there is no guarantee that you will receive a refund of any kind. If you made the purchase using a gift card, you may receive a credit to your iTunes account otherwise, the refund will be credited back to your debit or credit card on file with your iTunes account that you used. In some instances, like I previously mentioned, you may be contacted by Apple Support to further explain your reason for the request-especially if you're using the latter method for older purchases. On average, refunds will be processed in one or two days.