Steps to Remove Previously Downloaded Apps from iPhone:
How can we remove previously downloaded apps so they no longer have the cloud/re-download symbol next to them?
iPhone 6s Plus, iOS 14
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Eric--F
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Welcome, A_A01!
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities! From your post, it sounds like you're trying to remove the cloud symbol from appearing next to a previously downloaded application. We can help!
While you cannot remove the cloud icon, you can hide purchases from the App Store. Use the steps in the following support article to help hide these apps:
Hide purchases from the App Store - Apple Support
We hope this helps!
All the best.