Have you ever wondered if an app has been deleted on your iPhone? It’s easy to accidentally delete an app, and sometimes we do it without even realizing it. Fortunately, there are several ways to check if an app has been deleted from your iPhone. In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to do it.
Checking Recently Deleted
One of the quickest ways to check if an app has been deleted from your iPhone is to look in the Recently Deleted folder. This folder contains any apps that have been deleted within the last 30 days. To access the Recently Deleted folder, follow these steps:
- Go to the App Store.
- Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Scroll down and select “Recently Deleted”.
If the app you’re looking for is in the Recently Deleted folder, you can easily restore it to your home screen.
Searching for the App
If the app you’re looking for isn’t in the Recently Deleted folder, you can try searching for it. To search for an app on your iPhone, follow these steps:
- Swipe down on your home screen to reveal the search bar.
- Type in the name of the app you’re looking for.
- If the app appears in the search results, it’s still on your iPhone.
If the app doesn’t appear in the search results, it’s likely been deleted.
Checking Storage
Another way to tell if an app has been deleted on your iPhone is to check your storage. When you delete an app, it’s removed from your home screen, but it still takes up space on your iPhone until it’s permanently deleted. To check your storage, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on General.
- Select “iPhone Storage”.
- Scroll down to see a list of your apps and how much storage they’re using.
If an app is taking up storage but isn’t on your home screen or in the Recently Deleted folder, it’s likely been deleted.
Looking for the App in iTunes
If you’ve synced your iPhone with iTunes, you can also check if an app has been deleted by looking in iTunes. To do this, follow these steps:
- Connect your iPhone to your computer.
- Open iTunes.
- Select your iPhone by clicking on the device icon.
- Click on “Apps” in the sidebar.
- Look for the app you’re looking for. If it’s not there, it’s likely been deleted.
Checking Purchase History
If you’ve purchased the app you’re looking for, you can check your purchase history to see if it’s been deleted. To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to the App Store.
- Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Select “Purchased”.
- Look for the app you’re looking for. If it’s not there, it’s likely been deleted.
Checking Restrictions
If you have restrictions set up on your iPhone, it’s possible that the app you’re looking for has been hidden. To check if this is the case, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on General.
- Select “Restrictions”.
- Enter your passcode.
- Look for the app you’re looking for. If it’s “off”, it’s been hidden.
FAQ
How do I permanently delete an app from my iPhone?
To permanently delete an app from your iPhone, press and hold the app icon until it starts to jiggle, then tap the “x” in the corner of the app icon.
What happens if I delete an app?
When you delete an app, it’s removed from your home screen and no longer takes up space on your iPhone. However, it’s still stored in your Recently Deleted folder for 30 days, and it still appears in your purchase history.
Can I restore a deleted app?
Yes, if an app is still in your Recently Deleted folder, you can restore it to your home screen by tapping the “Restore” button next to the app.
Can I recover a deleted app after 30 days?
No, once an app has been permanently deleted from your Recently Deleted folder, it cannot be recovered.
Why would someone hide an app on their iPhone?
People may hide apps on their iPhone for privacy reasons, or to keep certain apps away from children or other users.
How do I unhide a hidden app?
To unhide a hidden app, go to Settings, tap on General, select “Restrictions”, enter your passcode, and turn on the app you want to unhide.
Can I hide Apple’s built-in apps?
No, you cannot hide Apple’s built-in apps.
Why isn’t the app I’m looking for in my purchase history?
If an app has been removed from the App Store, it will no longer appear in your purchase history.
Pros
Knowing how to tell when an app was deleted on your iPhone can save you a lot of time and frustration. If you’re trying to find an app that’s been deleted, following the steps outlined in this article can help you quickly determine if it’s still on your iPhone or if it’s been permanently deleted.
Tips
If you’re worried about accidentally deleting an app, you can turn on “Offload Unused Apps” in your iPhone settings. This feature will automatically remove apps that you haven’t used in a while, but it will keep your data and documents intact.
Summary
Checking the Recently Deleted folder, searching for the app, checking your storage, looking in iTunes, checking your purchase history, and checking your restrictions are all ways to tell if an app has been deleted from your iPhone. Knowing these methods can help you quickly determine if an app is still on your iPhone or if it’s been permanently deleted.