why isn't my phone giving me the option to delete apps from my app library and home screen

when trying to delete apps my phone is only giving me the option to remove the app from my Home Screen and isn’t allowing me to delete them from my both the Home Screen and the App Library

iPhone 11 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 25, 2023 11:23 AM

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Posted on Nov 25, 2023 11:48 AM

 Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

If the delete option is never available, there may be 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: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


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Nov 25, 2023 11:48 AM in response to remie130

 Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

If the delete option is never available, there may be 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: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


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