Why has my app store disappeared?

All of a sudden my hidden apps are not showing up and my app store is just gone... where have they all gone?!?

iPad, 26

Posted on Oct 31, 2025 8:52 AM

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Posted on Oct 31, 2025 9:08 AM

The App Store cannot be removed from a device unless you are in Europe and you choose to sue a different App Store.


If you enabled Screen Time Restrictions, for App Store purchases it will hide the App Store.

Go into Settings ➜ Screen Time ➜ Content & Privacy Restrictions ➜ iTunes & App Store Purchases ➜ Installing Apps and make sure it's enabled.


Otherwise, look for it in the App Library.

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




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Oct 31, 2025 9:08 AM in response to TaylorForEver

The App Store cannot be removed from a device unless you are in Europe and you choose to sue a different App Store.


If you enabled Screen Time Restrictions, for App Store purchases it will hide the App Store.

Go into Settings ➜ Screen Time ➜ Content & Privacy Restrictions ➜ iTunes & App Store Purchases ➜ Installing Apps and make sure it's enabled.


Otherwise, look for it in the App Library.

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




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