How to stop apps from auto downloading
Thank you! Any more feedback? The more you tell us the more we can help. Can you help us improve? Resolved my issue. Clear instructions. Easy to follow. No jargon. Pictures helped. Didn't match my screen.
Incorrect instructions. Too technical. Automatic Downloads in iOS can be undeniably useful in some situations, but it can also be frustrating and unexpected, and can lead to a reduction in storage capacity on devices as they end up downloading the same apps whether you want the apps on both devices or not. Like many iOS features, Automatic Downloads can be turned off.
Once disabled, you will be able to download an app directly to an iPhone or iPad, and not have it automatically appear on the other iOS devices you own sharing the same Apple ID.
For best results, and if you want to completely stop all automatic app downloads on all devices, repeat the process of disabling the setting on all iOS devices you own. This can help to free up storage space that you may not have even known was being taken up by apps that are not in use on each device. Because of Automatic App Downloads, the many app downloads on the iPhone X quickly consumed all of the storage capacity on the iPad which has a small fraction of the storage space in comparison.
Note you can also turn off automatic app updates in iOS within the same setting panel if desired. Like all iOS settings, you can also change your mind and reverse this setting if you decide you like it later. Get more of our great Apple tips, tricks, and important news delivered to your inbox with the OSXDaily newsletter. Thanks so much! Name required. Mail will not be published required. She is currently writing a book, creating lots of content, and writing poetry via conpoet on Instagram.
She lives in an RV full-time with her mom, Jan and dog, Jodi as they slow-travel around the country. Skip to main content. Open main menu. Search form Search this site. Topics How-To.
0コメント