How to erase an app like you didn’t download it

How to erase an app

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on May 3, 2021 1:14 AM

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May 3, 2021 1:21 AM in response to Hugyoungen34

Long press on the app and select Remove App, then Delete.


You can also go to:

Settings -> General -> iPhone Storage

Find the app and delete it from there.


If you can not delete the app, then you may be restricted by Screen Time, to fix it go to:

Settings -> Screen Time -> Content & Privacy Restrictions -> iTunes & App Store Purchases -> Deletings Apps.

It must be set to Allow before you can delete apps.


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