Unable to download/restore Apple Store app on my iPhone XR

Can’t download the apple app store



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iPhone XR, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 12, 2025 10:21 AM

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Posted on Mar 12, 2025 11:55 AM

The Apple App Store cannot be deleted from an iPhone and as such cannot be re-downloaded. It can either be moved to an other Home Screen, into a folder, hidden or restricted through ScreenTime.


Check all your home screens, and the App Library.

click here ➜ Organize the Home Screen and App Library on your iPhone - Apple Support


Otherwise check Settings ➜ Screen Time ➜ Content & Privacy Restrictions ➜ iTunes & App Store Purchases ➜ Installing Apps and make sure it's set to Allow.

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Mar 12, 2025 11:55 AM in response to aletze

The Apple App Store cannot be deleted from an iPhone and as such cannot be re-downloaded. It can either be moved to an other Home Screen, into a folder, hidden or restricted through ScreenTime.


Check all your home screens, and the App Library.

click here ➜ Organize the Home Screen and App Library on your iPhone - Apple Support


Otherwise check Settings ➜ Screen Time ➜ Content & Privacy Restrictions ➜ iTunes & App Store Purchases ➜ Installing Apps and make sure it's set to Allow.

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