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Can’t delete my apps

When I try to delete it I won’t let me even when I go to settings and iPhone storage then actually click on the app it doesn’t give me the option to delete the app

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 25, 2023 3:30 AM

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ProustGiulio

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Posted on Oct 25, 2023 3:38 AM

Two circumstances:

Check: Settings>ScreenTime>Content&Privacy Restrictions>iTunes&AppStore Purchases... the first 3 options must be set to "Allow".
Your iPhone is remotely controlled by a company/school/institute. Should be this case, contact their IT admin/supervisor.

Regards

Giulio

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