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Cannot find App Store on my phone

Recently I couldn’t find App Store on my phone :


-I searched App Library.

-Reseted Home Screen layout

-Reseted all the settings.

-Restarted my phone.


but still can’t find it .

anyone can help me?

iPhone XS Max, iOS 17

Posted on Sep 21, 2023 10:08 PM

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Posted on Sep 22, 2023 8:38 AM

The App Store app is not one of the apps that can be deleted but it can be removed from the home screen. Go to the App Library (swipe left past your last home screen). From there you can touch and hold an app and slide it to the home screen.

Also note the Search window at the top of the App Library.


Another reason for it not being visible is due to a restriction on purchasing. Go to Settings and tap Screen Time, tap Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap iTunes & App Store Purchases, choose a setting and set to Allow. Also see the following Apple Support article for more information: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


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Sep 22, 2023 8:38 AM in response to Appleuser88apple

The App Store app is not one of the apps that can be deleted but it can be removed from the home screen. Go to the App Library (swipe left past your last home screen). From there you can touch and hold an app and slide it to the home screen.

Also note the Search window at the top of the App Library.


Another reason for it not being visible is due to a restriction on purchasing. Go to Settings and tap Screen Time, tap Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap iTunes & App Store Purchases, choose a setting and set to Allow. Also see the following Apple Support article for more information: Use parental controls on your child's iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Cannot find App Store on my phone

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