My iPad will not let me delete an app

I can’t delete any apps. Do I need to change settings?



iPad Air, iOS 12

Posted on Jul 2, 2021 6:05 PM

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Posted on Jul 2, 2021 6:15 PM

The usual reason is a restriction set on deleting apps. On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps.

See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304#prevent-purchases

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My iPad will not let me delete an app

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