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georden163 Author

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I think my mom or dad deleted my App Store

Please help me get my App Store back

iPad, iPadOS 16

Posted on Mar 6, 2025 10:50 AM

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Phil0124

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Posted on Mar 6, 2025 11:06 AM

The App Store app on iPad cannot be deleted. It can be removed from a Home Screen, hidden or restricted.If its only been removed from the Home Screen, you should be able to to find it in the App Library.
1. click here ➜ Find and use your apps in App Library on iPad - Apple Support
If your parents restricted the App Store, then you need to talk to them to get it back. We can't help you bypass your parents' decisions.

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