Delete an app: completely remove it from your phone

Why delete apps?

  • Free up storage space
  • Improve battery life
  • Protect your privacy
  • Make your phone faster

Deleting an app on iPhone

Method 1: From the Home Screen

  1. Touch and hold the app icon
  2. Tap Remove App
  3. Confirm with Delete App

Method 2: Through Settings

  1. Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage
  2. Tap the app
  3. Choose Delete App

Method 3: Offloading an app

The app is removed but its data is kept.

Deleting an app on Android

Method 1: From the home screen

  1. Touch and hold the app icon
  2. Drag it to Uninstall

Method 2: Through Settings

  1. Go to Settings > Apps
  2. Select the app
  3. Tap Uninstall

Method 3: Through the Play Store

  1. Open the Play Store
  2. Go to Manage apps & device > Manage
  3. Check the apps and tap the trash can icon

Removing leftover files

On iPhone

  • iCloud data: Settings > [Your name] > iCloud > Manage Storage

On Android

  • Clear cache: Settings > Storage > Other apps
  • Files app: Search for folders of the deleted app

Preinstalled apps

iPhone

Some built-in apps can be deleted since iOS 10.

Android

Preinstalled apps can often be disabled through Settings > Apps.

FAQ

Can I get a deleted app back?

Yes, through the App Store or Play Store.

Will I lose my data?

Local data is deleted. Cloud data is kept.

Why can't I delete some apps?

System apps are protected. You can usually disable them, though.