Uninstalling apps on different devices

Hello!

I have two different iPhones connected to the same Apple ID and I need to free up space on my oldest one in order to backup my WhatsApp chat.


Because they are connected to the same account, if I uninstall the apps and files in one will it also be uninstalled on the other? Should I sign out from my Apple ID to do it?


Thank you!

iPhone XR, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 22, 2023 6:28 AM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2023 12:04 PM

Hi caiomachado,


To resolve your issue, deleting an app from one device does not automatically remove it and the files in it from another device unless the third party app has it setup that way. To verify with the third party, we'd recommend reaching out to the developer of the app by completing the steps listed here: How to contact an app developer - Apple Support. The steps are also below.


"Contact the developer of an iOS, iPadOS, or watchOS app

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Search for the app, then tap it. If you can't find it, tap the account button  or your photo at the top of the screen, tap Purchased, tap "Not on this [device]," then tap the app.
  3. The app's product page appears. Scroll to the Ratings & Reviews section, then tap App Support. If you don't see App Support, make sure that you're signed in with the correct Apple ID.'


Best regards.




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Jan 24, 2023 12:04 PM in response to caiomachado

Hi caiomachado,


To resolve your issue, deleting an app from one device does not automatically remove it and the files in it from another device unless the third party app has it setup that way. To verify with the third party, we'd recommend reaching out to the developer of the app by completing the steps listed here: How to contact an app developer - Apple Support. The steps are also below.


"Contact the developer of an iOS, iPadOS, or watchOS app

  1. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Search for the app, then tap it. If you can't find it, tap the account button  or your photo at the top of the screen, tap Purchased, tap "Not on this [device]," then tap the app.
  3. The app's product page appears. Scroll to the Ratings & Reviews section, then tap App Support. If you don't see App Support, make sure that you're signed in with the correct Apple ID.'


Best regards.




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