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How do I delete apps on my phone

How do I delete apps on my phone

Posted on May 20, 2021 1:07 PM

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Posted on May 20, 2021 1:11 PM

Delete [third party] apps on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - https://support.apple.com/HT207618


Delete [and restore] built-in Apple apps on your iOS 12, iOS 13, or iPadOS device or Apple Watch - https://support.apple.com/HT208094 - "When you delete a built-in app from your device, you also delete any related user data and configuration files."


Delete built-in Apple apps from the Home screen on your iOS 14 or iPadOS device or Apple Watch - https://support.apple.com/HT211833


If you cannot delete an iOS app:

Go to Settings->Screen Time ->Content & Privacy Restrictions -> iTunes & App store purchases -> Deleting Apps, and make sure its set to allow

From: https://support.apple.com/HT201304#prevent-purchases


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May 20, 2021 1:11 PM in response to Stormgoddess

Delete [third party] apps on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - https://support.apple.com/HT207618


Delete [and restore] built-in Apple apps on your iOS 12, iOS 13, or iPadOS device or Apple Watch - https://support.apple.com/HT208094 - "When you delete a built-in app from your device, you also delete any related user data and configuration files."


Delete built-in Apple apps from the Home screen on your iOS 14 or iPadOS device or Apple Watch - https://support.apple.com/HT211833


If you cannot delete an iOS app:

Go to Settings->Screen Time ->Content & Privacy Restrictions -> iTunes & App store purchases -> Deleting Apps, and make sure its set to allow

From: https://support.apple.com/HT201304#prevent-purchases


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