Hello Tecnobits! I hope you are having a great day. By the way, did you know that unlinking apps from your Apple ID is super easy? Just go to Settings, then your name and select iTunes Store and App Store. In that section you can manage the applications that you want to unlink. I hope you find it useful!
How to unlink apps from your Apple ID
How can I unlink an app from my Apple ID on my iPhone?
1. Open the App Store on your iPhone.
2. Click on your profile photo in the upper right corner.
3. Click on “Purchases”.
4. Find the application you want to unlink.
5. Swipe left on the application and tap “Hide”.
6. Confirm the action.
What is the process to unlink an app from my Apple ID on my iPad?
1. Go to the "App Store" on your iPad.
2. Tap your profile photo in the top right corner.
3. Select "Purchases."
4. Find the app you want to unlink.
5. Swipe left on the app and select “Hide.”
6. Confirm that you want to hide the app.
How do I unlink an app from my Apple ID on my Mac?
1. Open the App Store on your Mac.
2. Click “Store” in the menu bar and select “View my account”.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID if prompted.
4. Scroll down to the “iTunes in the Cloud” section and click on “Manage” next to “Hide Purchases.”
5. Find the app you want to unlink and click "Hide."
6. Confirm that you want to hide the app.
Can I unlink apps from my Apple ID from iTunes on my PC?
1. Open iTunes on your PC.
2. Click "Account" in the menu bar and select "View my account."
3. Sign in with your Apple ID if prompted.
4. Scroll to the "Settings" section and click "Manage" next to "Hide purchases."
5. Find the app you want to unlink and click “Hide”.
6. Confirm that you want to hide the app.
What happens when I unlink an app from my Apple ID?
When unlinking an app from your Apple ID:
1. The app will no longer appear in your purchase history.
2. You will not receive automatic updates for that app.
3. You will not be able to access the purchased version of the app from the App Store.
4. The app will not be automatically removed from your device.
Can I re-link an app to my Apple ID after unlinking it?
Yes, you can re-link an app to your Apple ID after you unlink it:
1. Go to the App Store.
2. Find the app you unlinked.
3. Tap the download button (the cloud button with an arrow) to link the app to your Apple ID again.
Can I unlink an app from my Apple ID without deleting it from my device?
Yes, when you unlink an app from your Apple ID, it will not be automatically removed from your device. However, if you want to remove the app from your device:
1. Press and hold the app on your home screen.
2. Click on “Delete application”.
3. Confirm that you want to delete the application.
Can I hide an app from my purchase history in the App Store without unlinking it from my Apple ID?
Yes, you can hide an app from your App Store purchase history without unlinking it from your Apple ID:
1. Open the App Store on your device.
2. Tap on your profile photo in the top right corner.
3. Click on “Purchases”.
4. Swipe left on the application and click on “Hide”.
5. Confirm that you want to hide the app.
What happens if I uninstall an app from my device but it still appears in my purchase history?
If you uninstall an app from your device but it still appears in your purchase history:
1. The app may be associated with a different Apple ID than the one you're currently using.
2. You could have downloaded the app using a family account or another Apple ID account.
3. Check that you're using the correct account by searching for the app in your purchase history.
See you soon, Tecnobits! Remember to unlink apps from your Apple ID to keep everything in order. See you!
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.