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I am unable to download apps

I just bought the iPad pro but unable to download apps why is that?


Posted on Oct 13, 2021 8:47 PM

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Posted on Oct 14, 2021 10:37 AM

Start here:

If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad – Apple Support


If you are experiencing difficulties with adding or removing Apps to/from your iPad, you need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

  • Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Adding Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow
  • Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow


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Oct 14, 2021 10:37 AM in response to althea98

Start here:

If you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad – Apple Support


If you are experiencing difficulties with adding or removing Apps to/from your iPad, you need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

  • Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Adding Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow
  • Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - ensure that this permission is set to Allow


I am unable to download apps

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