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Larry062
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

How do I reinstall the App Store app on my iPhone?

I deleted the app to download apple or iPhone apps



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Original Title: Deleted App Store app

Posted on Oct 13, 2026 7:34 PM

1 reply

MrHoffman
User level: Level 10 (169,253 points)

Oct 13, 2026 8:15 PM in response to Larry062

App Store cannot be deleted. It can be hidden.


Shut off Screen Time, and check again.


Or Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store > [allow some or all App Store access]

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256375796