Unable to delete non-preinstalled apps on iPad Air 5th gen

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Justerp Author

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Unable to delete non-preinstalled apps on iPad Air 5th gen

I am not able to delete apps ( not pre installed). I am using iPad Air 5th gen latest updated ios .

i tried 1st through storage but no options there .
i tried with off content and restricted and on also .. no use still option was still not there .
tried restarting device no luck .
this is not child device

iPad Air

Posted on Mar 7, 2026 7:31 PM

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LotusPilot

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Mar 8, 2026 1:08 AM in response to Justerp

Start here:

Delete apps on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Assuming that your iPad is not centrally managed by an Educational Establishment or Business (as the device may be remotely managed) - if you are experiencing difficulties with adding, updating or removing Apps from your iPad, you’ll need to check your ScreenTime restrictions:

Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Adding Apps - set to Allow
Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps - set to Allow
Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > In-app Purchases - set to Allow

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muguy

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Mar 7, 2026 7:36 PM in response to Justerp

See https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/remove-or-delete-apps-ipad0aed1df8/ipados

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Unable to delete non-preinstalled apps on iPad Air 5th gen

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