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I’m trying to delete apps on my iPhone. Ive gone through the instructions, however, when I do the only choice I get is move to Home Screen or share app. Please can someone help me delete unwanted apps.

I’m trying to delete apps on my iPhone. Ive gone through the instructions, however, when I do the only choice I get is move to Home Screen or share app. Please can someone help me delete unwanted apps.

iPhone XR, iOS 14

Posted on Jun 9, 2021 12:55 PM

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Posted on Jun 9, 2021 12:57 PM

If you are using screen time, make sure that you have allowed the deletion of apps. See the section titled Prevent iTunes & App Store purchases

Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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I’m trying to delete apps on my iPhone. Ive gone through the instructions, however, when I do the only choice I get is move to Home Screen or share app. Please can someone help me delete unwanted apps.

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