When I try and delete an app from the App Library the only choice I get is add to Home Screen or Share App. Why can't I delete?

When I try and delete an app from the App Library the only choice I get is add to Home Screen or Share App. Why can't I delete?

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 16, 2021 7:27 AM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2021 8:06 AM

Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

Also, there may be a restriction set on deleting apps. On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps.

See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304#prevent-purchases

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Sep 16, 2021 8:06 AM in response to STSki

Note that some built-in Apple apps cannot be deleted.

 

Also, there may be a restriction set on deleting apps. On an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases > Deleting Apps.

See: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201304#prevent-purchases

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When I try and delete an app from the App Library the only choice I get is add to Home Screen or Share App. Why can't I delete?

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