Deleting Apps

I've deleted the apps from my iPhone, but when I go to the App Store to redownload I see the cloud with an arrow. How can I completely delete the app from my phone and iCloud? I have unchecked them from the backup, and now have a backup without the app included. I want to be able to go to the App Store and click 'Get' to start fresh.

iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 17

Posted on Jan 24, 2024 6:30 AM

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Jan 24, 2024 7:05 AM in response to Carla Blanchard

The cloud in in the App store means its been completely deleted from your device and can download it again from the App Store.

Apps are not stored in iCloud. The cloud just means you've downloaded it before from the app store. When you tap on it, you get a completely new and fresh version from the App store.

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