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I cannot delete apps. The delete option does not appear when you touch and hold the app

I cannot delete apps on my iPhone 8. No delete option in Home Screen or app library

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on May 19, 2021 8:24 AM

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Posted on May 19, 2021 9:12 AM

Open Settings on your iPhone.

Click on Screen Time.

Click on Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Now, click on iTunes & App Store Purchases

Tap on Deleting Apps and change it to Allow.

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I cannot delete apps. The delete option does not appear when you touch and hold the app

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