Will I lose my in app purchases if I delete an app?
When you delete an app from your device, you will not lose your in-app purchases because they are tied to your account, whether it’s your Google Play account or your Apple ID, and can be re-accessed if you reinstall the app. This means that your purchases are safe and will remain available to you as long as you use the same account.
Understanding In-App Purchases
In-app purchases are additional content or services that you can buy within an app, such as virtual currency, premium features, or in-game items. These purchases are processed through the app store, and the transaction is recorded in your account history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I uninstall an app I purchased?
When you uninstall an app that you purchased, the purchase will stay tied to your Google Account or Apple ID, and you can re-install the app anytime as long as you use the same account.
Will deleting an app stop payment?
No, deleting an app will not cancel your subscription. You need to manually cancel your subscription through the Google Play Store or App Store.
Do my app purchases stay with Apple ID?
Yes, all of your purchases are tied to your Apple ID, and you can access them on any device that you sign in with the same Apple ID.
Will deleting app on iPhone delete subscription?
No, deleting an app on your iPhone or iPad will not automatically cancel the subscription. You need to manually check for active iOS subscriptions and then manually cancel the app subscription.
What happens when I delete an app from my iPhone?
When you remove a built-in app from your Home Screen, you also remove any related user data and configuration files.
What happens if you delete Apple apps?
Deleting built-in apps from your device can affect other system functionalities, such as removing the app from your Apple Watch or making Podcasts unavailable with CarPlay.
Are in-app purchases permanent?
Yes, once you buy a non-consumable purchase, it’s permanently available to you and does not expire with time or use.
Will I lose my purchased apps if I change my Apple ID?
No, you won’t lose the apps, but you will need to sign in with the same Apple ID to access your purchased apps.
How do I avoid in-app purchases on my iPhone?
You can restrict in-app purchases by going to Settings, then Content & Privacy Restrictions, and turning off in-app purchases.
Do I get charged for in-app purchases?
Yes, in-app purchases are charged to your linked account, either your Apple ID or Google Play account.
How do I stop Apple from charging my card?
You can remove your payment method by going to Account Settings, then Manage Payments, and removing your payment method.
How do I get rid of in-app purchases?
You can disable in-app purchases on Android by going to the Google Play Store, then Settings, and ** Require authentication for purchases**.
How do I permanently delete app purchases?
You can hide your purchased apps on iPhone by going to the App Store, then Purchased, and swiping left to hide the app.
How do I permanently delete purchases from App Store?
You can hide your purchased apps on iPhone, but you cannot permanently delete your purchase history.
Why is my App Store still using my old Apple ID?
If you have apps downloaded with an old Apple ID, you will be asked to sign in with that old Apple ID when you try to update the apps.
Can I change my Apple ID for purchases?
Yes, you can change the Apple ID you use for purchase sharing on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch by going to Settings, then Family, and Apple ID.
How does in-app purchases work?
In-app purchases allow you to buy additional content or services within an app, and the transaction is processed through the app store.
How long does Apple keep app purchase history?
Apple retains a record of your purchase and downloads of content for at least as long as you have an account with them.
Are in-app purchases on iPhone safe?
Yes, in-app purchases on iPhone are safe and secure, and facilitated by Apple’s commerce and payment system.
Does deleting an app remove it from iCloud?
No, deleting an app from your device does not remove it from iCloud, because apps are not stored on iCloud.
Does deleting apps free up iCloud?
Yes, when you delete an app and turn off iCloud Backup for that app, it removes all of its information from iCloud.
Which apps should I remove from iPhone?
You can remove third-party apps and some built-in Apple apps, such as Books, Calculator, and Calendar, from your Home Screen.