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How to view and download past App Store purchases on iPhone and iPad

Downloading past App Store purchases can be overwhelming, especially if you forget the name of the app. Follow along to learn how to view and download past App Store purchases.

How to view and download past App Store purchases on iPhone and iPad

  1. Open the App Store app.
  2. Tap on the Updates tab.
  3. Tap on your avatar on the top right.
  4. Tap Purchased (if you’re on a Family Sharing account, tap on My Purchases).

Now you can look at your most recent purchases or tap the Search bar up top to look for a specific app. To download an app, simply tap the cloud icon next to the app name to re-download the app.

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