To delete hidden apps on your iPhone, you can follow these steps:
1. Open the Settings app: Locate and tap on the Settings app on your iPhone’s home screen. It has a gray icon with gears on it.
2. Access General settings: Scroll down and tap on the “General” option. It is represented by a gear icon.
3. Open iPhone Storage: In the General settings, you will find an option called “iPhone Storage.” Tap on it to proceed.
4. Wait for app list to load: It may take a moment for your iPhone to display all the installed apps and their respective storage details. Please be patient while it loads the list.
5. Find the hidden app: Scroll through the list of apps until you find the one that you want to delete. Hidden apps are typically apps that you may have downloaded but hidden from your home screen.
6. Select the app: Tap on the app name to open its specific storage details.
7. Delete the app: On the app’s storage page, you will see an option called “Delete App.” Tap on it to remove the app from your iPhone.
8. Confirm deletion: A pop-up will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. If you are sure you want to remove the app, tap on “Delete App” again to confirm.
After you confirm the deletion, the hidden app will be permanently removed from your iPhone. Please note that deleting an app will also delete all its data and documents associated with it.
It’s worth mentioning that hidden apps can be a result of offloading apps or using the “Restrictions” feature on your iPhone. Offloading apps allows you to free up storage space while keeping the app data intact. If you want to reinstall the app later, it will retain its data and settings.
To check if an app is offloaded, go to the App Store and search for the app. If it displays a cloud icon with a downward arrow, it means the app is offloaded. Simply tap on the cloud icon to reinstall the app.
In the case of hidden apps due to the “Restrictions” feature, you can go back to the Settings app, navigate to “Screen Time” or “Restrictions,” and disable any restrictions that may be hiding apps on your iPhone.
Remember to periodically review your installed apps and remove any that you no longer use or need. This can help optimize storage space and declutter your device, improving overall performance.