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When using my iPhone, I often download apps to try out. Later, when I unlock my iPad, all of the apps I downloaded to test on my iPhone are suddenly on my tablet! This is annoying, but thankfully you can fix it with a quick setting. Here's how to turn off app sync between iPhone and iPad.
Why You'll Love This Tip:
- Stop automatic app downloads to save storage space.
- Keep apps only on the devices whereyou use them.
- Learn how to turn off automatic downloads of apps to prevent apps from cluttering other devices.
How to Turn Off App Sharing between Devices
System Requirements
This tip works on iPhones running iOS 16 or later, or iPads running iPadOS 16 or later. Find out how to update to the latest version of iOSand iPadOS.
If you're wonderinghow to stop apps from downloading automatically on all your Apple devices, you're not alone. Luckily, you can do so easily in the App Store's settings. Make sure you repeat these steps for each Apple device you have that you don't want to sync apps for. To learn more about the best ways to use your Apple devices, like how to remove an iPhone app,check out our Tip of the Day newsletter. Here's how to stop apps from downloading on all devices:
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- Open the Settings app, scroll down and tap App Store.
- Toggleoff App Downloads in theAutomatic Downloads section.
- Repeat these steps on each device (like your iPad)on which you want to stop automatic app downloads.
Now you know how to turn off automatic downloads on iPhone and iPad! Also, check out our article onhow to hide apps on your iPhone and how to find them later.
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