My apps won't download or update on App Store, what to do?

**Update**

Did a full backup/restore. At first that seemed to fix it but then I had trouble again downloading apps. I had to run out for a bit and decided to try it completely away from home on LTE. It worked flawlessy. Both App Store and iTunes Store.

Now I'm back home and it SEEMS to be working ok on my home wifi.

Perhaps it was something in my home network it didn't like. On the bright side the back/restore also fixed the playlist order problem (where it won't save the changes you've made to song order in a playlist) in the music player.

Kris

don’t do anything like this. force your phone by pressing the home button and the power button at the same time. power back on and retry to download apps. i’ve been trying all of these for weeks. i tried this and it worked. good luck.

Hello!

I recently experienced the same problem and I think I might have the answer for you.

First make sure everything is backed up to ICloud.

Secondly go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset all Content and Serttings.

After it’s done deleting everything off your phone make sure to pick “Backup from ICloud” when it asks you to get all your info back!

I hope this helps like it did with me to y’all.

I had this very problem, I simply done a soft reset( hold power and home button for 5 seconds) then went back to the App Store and it downloaded the uninstalled app fine

I had the same thing with the new iOS 11 update even the bug fixes did nothing so I logged out from App Store though settings did a soft restart and then logged in though App Store it has worked so far

Again, you cannot delete the App Store. If you exhausted all of the other steps (and have ensured that you are not restricted from Updating, Deleting, or Downloading Apps), then the Home Screen Layout reset would return the App to the first Home screen.

GB

I found that if you scroll all the way to the bottom of the main screen in the App Store you can sign out by clicking on your Apple ID. Doing that will give you a box with options; including the option to sign out. Although, doing so didn't solve this download problem for me.

Your issue is not related to this thread. Next time, make sure you are posting your question in a relevant thread, or, you can submit your own question.

You cannot delete the App Store app, so here are the things you need to check:

1. Swipe two fingers down the middle of the screen, and in the Spotlight Search bar, type in App to see if the App Store is listed. If you see it listed, then make sure it wasn't accidentally moved into a folder (the folder name will display on the list). If it is in a folder, then tap on the folder name, then when the folder contents is displayed, move the App Store app out of the folder.

2. See if it has been restricted: Go to Settings>General>Restrictions, and make sure that you don't have the "Allow" option turned off for the three App options at the bottom of the "Allow" list. If they are off, turn them on, and the App icon will show up again. Check all of the Home screens, if necessary.

3. If you are still having problems locating it, then reset your Home Screen by going to Settings>General>Reset>Reset Home Screen Layout. This will not delete any of your apps, but it will rearrange the icons so that the Apple core apps are on the first Home screen.

Best of luck,

GB

I tried this method and I no longer have the App Store in my phone! The icon of the app completely disappear

Edit: I didn't read the previous reply, I followed what it said and it appeared. It still won't update my app, though

1. The same problem as the OP who I replied too. That's pretty evident isn't it?

2. If I knew why I can't download or update apps I wouldn't be on here asking.

3. Not sure what you mean by "where" but I'm at home

4. Same as OP who I replied too. I get the progress circle spinning but doesn't progress beyond that.

I've tried every troubleshooting advice given in this thread.

You do it through the App Store on the iOS device:

App Store - Apple

There is an Update tab at the bottom of the App Store screen, and you can download old apps by tapping on your name/photo at the top of the screen, and then follow the prompts to find your purchased apps that are not yet downloaded.

You can also set up Automatic Downloads and Automatic Updates under Settings>iTunes & App Store.

Cheers,

GB

I have this problem with the iPhone seven. I need answers!! I have three out of five bars and I have total wifi, but it still won't download the app bundles I've bought. I searched the whole internet about it and not a thing works. Please if you have the answer... HELP! 🙏-1F3FC;

If you are having a problem downloading apps, then you need to specify what that problem is. We cannot see your phone. What do you mean that your iPhone 7 "won't let" you download apps? What is it doing to stop you from downloading them?

GB

I have this problem on my Mac Pro! I've check my computer serial number, settings and other things. I cannot update purchased apps in the app store. This is becoming more of a problem since I updated the High Sierra.. Now I'm stuck with High Sierra and numerous bugs and the "no app update" is one of them. Does anybody have any answers? Thanks in advance..

What does "it doesn't work" mean? We are not all-seeing. We have no idea what issues you are running into when you state "it doesn't work". Imagine if you were trying to help someone and all you had to go on was "it doesn't work"?

Please provide clear detail of what, exactly, is happening.

Cheers,

GB