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How do I delete an app such that it can't be downloaded in the future without a password?

How do I delete an app on iPhone XR such that it can't be downloaded in the future without a password? Trying to keep my kids from re-downloading an app that I keep deleting.

iPhone XR

Posted on Oct 13, 2020 8:05 PM

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Posted on Oct 14, 2020 12:47 PM

I'd look into parental controls. Do you have to be logged in to your appleid. Be sure to disable the 15 minutes grace period on auto password approval.


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How do I delete an app such that it can't be downloaded in the future without a password?

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