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App Store disappeared!

How can I restore the App Store icon? It has just disappeared and cannot download any apps or the App Store itself? iPhone

iPhone 8 Plus

Posted on Aug 15, 2020 12:26 PM

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Posted on Aug 15, 2020 1:27 PM

The App Store is not one of the apps that can be deleted. The usual reason for it not being visible is due to a restriction on purchasing. See: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


If that is not the cause, try using Search to see if that will locate it: Use Search on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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Aug 15, 2020 1:27 PM in response to atg1971

The App Store is not one of the apps that can be deleted. The usual reason for it not being visible is due to a restriction on purchasing. See: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


If that is not the cause, try using Search to see if that will locate it: Use Search on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

App Store disappeared!

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