Can't download from the App Store
I try to download an app and it won’t let me I change the password and it still won’t let me
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iPhone 6s, iOS 13
I try to download an app and it won’t let me I change the password and it still won’t let me
[Re-Titled by Moderator]
iPhone 6s, iOS 13
This is unfortunately a long list of things to check but you have provided too little information for us to propose a specific solution. When you start your first post describe what happens when you try to download, and the exact wording of any error messages. This would greatly aid us in helping you, and keeping this list shorter and more directed. In the meantime review these suggestions and documents if you think they apply:
Read this article to make sure you know how to download apps and games on your iPhone or iPad
https://support.apple.com/HT204266
Read this document if you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad --> https://support.apple.com/HT207165
If the first 5 don't help, use the 6th.
If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", follow the directions in this document --> https://support.apple.com/HT208856
If a feature on your device is not working, it may have been disabled. See how to use Screen Time on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by clicking here --> https://support.apple.com/HT208982 Go to: Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases and allow adding and deleting apps.
Learn what to do if you can't redownload an item or if you don't see the item in your purchases.
https://support.apple.com/HT211842
- Items bought with another Apple ID, and about Family Sharing.
- Incompatible apps.
- Hidden items.
Other considerations:
Do you have the requisite system version for the app you are trying to download?
Do you have the same problem when using a different Wi-Fi network?
Does restarting your device make any change?
Can you download apps normally on another device?
Did you try restarting your device?
Resolve issues between iTunes and third-party security software - https://support.apple.com/HT201413 - You can’t connect to iTunes Store to buy or download content.
Do you need to add a payment method? This document explains how to add a payment method to your Apple ID on an Apple mobile device, a Mac, or a PC --> https://support.apple.com/HT201266
Check Apple's system status to see if a server is having problems --> https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus
If you can't connect or sign in to iCloud, see if this document has a solution --> https://support.apple.com/HT203512
If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Books, read this support article --> https://support.apple.com/HT201400
- If none of the suggestions work, try the last one: "If you’ve tried all of the above steps and you still can’t connect, contact Apple Support."
Click here --> https://support.apple.com/choose-country-region Select your country, then a product. If you don't see one that handles your issue then keep experimenting with selections until you reach one that gets you a chat session or a telephone call and get the representative to redirect you.
or:
Contact Apple for support and service --> "See a list of Apple phone numbers around the world."
Click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT201232
This is unfortunately a long list of things to check but you have provided too little information for us to propose a specific solution. When you start your first post describe what happens when you try to download, and the exact wording of any error messages. This would greatly aid us in helping you, and keeping this list shorter and more directed. In the meantime review these suggestions and documents if you think they apply:
Read this article to make sure you know how to download apps and games on your iPhone or iPad
https://support.apple.com/HT204266
Read this document if you can’t download or update apps on your iPhone or iPad --> https://support.apple.com/HT207165
If the first 5 don't help, use the 6th.
If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", follow the directions in this document --> https://support.apple.com/HT208856
If a feature on your device is not working, it may have been disabled. See how to use Screen Time on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by clicking here --> https://support.apple.com/HT208982 Go to: Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases and allow adding and deleting apps.
Learn what to do if you can't redownload an item or if you don't see the item in your purchases.
https://support.apple.com/HT211842
- Items bought with another Apple ID, and about Family Sharing.
- Incompatible apps.
- Hidden items.
Other considerations:
Do you have the requisite system version for the app you are trying to download?
Do you have the same problem when using a different Wi-Fi network?
Does restarting your device make any change?
Can you download apps normally on another device?
Did you try restarting your device?
Resolve issues between iTunes and third-party security software - https://support.apple.com/HT201413 - You can’t connect to iTunes Store to buy or download content.
Do you need to add a payment method? This document explains how to add a payment method to your Apple ID on an Apple mobile device, a Mac, or a PC --> https://support.apple.com/HT201266
Check Apple's system status to see if a server is having problems --> https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus
If you can't connect or sign in to iCloud, see if this document has a solution --> https://support.apple.com/HT203512
If you can't connect to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Books, read this support article --> https://support.apple.com/HT201400
- If none of the suggestions work, try the last one: "If you’ve tried all of the above steps and you still can’t connect, contact Apple Support."
Click here --> https://support.apple.com/choose-country-region Select your country, then a product. If you don't see one that handles your issue then keep experimenting with selections until you reach one that gets you a chat session or a telephone call and get the representative to redirect you.
or:
Contact Apple for support and service --> "See a list of Apple phone numbers around the world."
Click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT201232
It’s happening for me too. I have tried all Apple’s suggested fixes & it’s still not working. No error message, goes to download & then gives up & takes me back to search screen in app store.
iphone 13 Pro Max
ios 17.3
payment methods up to date
restarted phone
tried on different networks
tried a variety of apps
existing apps are updating so my phone os definitely connecting to the store
phone is nowhere near out of space
Can't download from the App Store