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Can I set a hotspot data limit or Wi-Fi only app updates on iPhone?

I recently switched from a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to a new iPhone Pro Max, and I noticed that two useful features I had on Android seem to be missing on iOS.

1. Hotspot data limit: On my Samsung, I could share my mobile data with someone through a hotspot and limit their usage to a specific amount, such as 500 MB. Is there a similar feature on the iPhone that allows me to set a data limit for hotspot users?

2. App updates over Wi-Fi only: On my Samsung, I could configure apps to update only when connected to Wi-Fi, helping me save mobile data. I haven't been able to find the same option on my iPhone. Does iOS offer this functionality?

Are these features available on the iPhone, or does iOS lack them? If they are available, could someone please explain how to enable them? If not, are there any alternative solutions?

I found both features very useful on Android and would love to know if there is a way to achieve the same functionality on my new iPhone.

Thank you!

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No, iOS does not have a direct feature to set a specific megabyte limit for hotspot data, but yes, you can restrict app updates to Wi-Fi only on your iPhone

Settings, Apps, App Store

Turn off Cellular (or Mobile) data toggle

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