If you’ve recently updated to iOS 18 and found yourself unable to delete apps from your iPhone, you’re not alone. Some users have reported that the familiar “Delete App” option has mysteriously vanished, leaving them stuck with unwanted apps taking up precious storage space.

According to reports online, after updating to iOS 18, users are finding that when they long-press an app icon, they only see the option to “Remove from Home Screen” instead of the usual “Delete App” choice. This issue seems to be affecting various iPhone models, including the iPhone 15 Plus and the iPhone 16 Pro.

In most cases, this problem is related to Screen Time restrictions that may have been accidentally enabled during the iOS 18 update. Sometimes these settings can change unexpectedly during major iOS updates, even if you didn’t modify them yourself.

How to fix it

Here are two potential solutions that seem to have worked for others to get your app deletion powers back:

Method 1: Check Screen Time settings

  1. Open your iPhone’s Settings
  2. Tap on Screen Time
  3. Select Content & Privacy Restrictions
  4. Tap on iTunes & App Store Purchases
  5. Find “Deleting Apps” and make sure it’s set to “Allow”

Method 2: Delete through iPhone storage

If the first method doesn’t work, try this alternative approach:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Tap General
  3. Select iPhone Storage
  4. Find the app you want to remove
  5. Tap on it and select “Delete App”

Still having issues?

If you’re still unable to delete apps after trying both methods, make sure you have enough storage space to complete any pending iOS updates. Remember, if you’re running a beta version of iOS 18, you might encounter more bugs than usual. Consider updating to the stable release if available. Let us know if these potential solutions help you delete apps from your iPhone.

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Dwayne Cubbins
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For nearly a decade, I've been deciphering the complexities of the tech world, with a particular passion for helping users navigate the ever-changing tech landscape. From crafting in-depth guides that unlock your phone's hidden potential to uncovering and explaining the latest bugs and glitches, I make sure you get the most out of your devices. And yes, you might occasionally find me ranting about some truly frustrating tech mishaps.

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