I noticed today that the Snapchat app was on my iphone 13. I deleted it immediately without opening it. I had an account years ago that I used for about 30 seconds (long before apps were a thing).
Don't apps require an apple password to join the party? Was my pw compromised? Or is something else going on? What do you think? I have since changed the apple password.
iPhone 13, iOS 17
Verify if anyone else is logged in by scrolling to the bottom of the screen at Settings > [name on top].
If anyone else is logged in there, they could have downloaded the app, and it will show up on your phone automatically.
Verify if anyone else is logged in by scrolling to the bottom of the screen at Settings > [name on top].
If anyone else is logged in there, they could have downloaded the app, and it will show up on your phone automatically.
In addition to changing the Apple Password, change the Passcode on your device. If someone knows your passcode, they can still download apps from the App Store.
If you are in a family sharing group, if anyone in the group installs an app it will be available for all other phones in the group.
While I cannot explain the sudden appearance of SnapChat, by changing your Password and Passcode you have eliminated the chance of another person having access to your account information. At this point, I would just say "That was weird", and move on. You also have the option to run Safety Check on your device:
How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe - Apple Support
I assume this device has never been managed by a work or school environment, where MDM (Mobile Device Management) software was used that can install and delete software at will.
No family sharing. I am the only one signed in.
I did that too. This is just bizarre and has me on edge. I do not even have automatic app downloads. (I had checked to see in case that was the issue...)
Yep, did the safety check. This is not a work or school phone. Noticed on Reddit that this similar issue (specifically with Snapchat app) has happened with other individuals. Weird indeed!!!
It wasn't just you. This happened to me yesterday. I saw it loading after I updated a few apps and immediately deleted it. Very strange. I hope they figure it out.
Perplexed at the uninvited arrival of the Snapchat app on my phone. It is not a welcomed guest!
