I hid an app on my iPhone a while ago and completely forgot how to get it back. At first, I thought I had deleted it. I searched the App Store, but it didn’t show the download option. That’s when I realized it was still on my phone, just hidden. It took me a while to figure out how to bring it back.
If you’re in the same situation, don’t worry. I’ve been there. Whether you’re using an iPhone 13, 14, 15, or even the latest iOS 18, I’ll show you exactly how to unhide apps in the easiest way.
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Ever Hidden an App and Can’t Find It Now? Here’s How I Fixed It
I once hid an app on my iPhone and completely forgot how to bring it back. It took me a while to figure it out, but the fix was easier than I expected.
If you’ve lost track of a hidden app, don’t worry. Here’s how to unhide it:
- Go to the App Library – Swipe left on your Home Screen until you reach the App Library.
- Find the Hidden Folder – Scroll to the bottom, and you’ll see a folder named ‘Hidden.’
- Enter Your Passcode – Tap on the folder and use Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Press and Hold the App – Select the app you want to bring back.
- Remove Face ID Requirement – If it asks for Face ID, tap ‘Don’t Require Face ID.’
- Add It Back to Home Screen – Hold the app again and choose ‘Add to Home Screen.’
That’s it! Your app is now back where you can see it.
Accidentally Removed an App from the Home Screen? Here’s My Quick Fix
I once dragged an app off my Home Screen by mistake and thought I had deleted it. Luckily, I found a simple way to bring it back in seconds.
If this happened to you, follow these easy steps:
- Go to the App Library – Swipe left on your Home Screen until you reach the App Library.
- Search for the App – Use the search bar at the top to find the missing app.
- Add It Back – Press and hold the app icon, then tap ‘Add to Home Screen.’
That’s all it takes! No need to download it again.
Unhiding Apps on iPad: My Step-by-Step Process
I once hid an app on my iPad and couldn’t figure out how to bring it back. Turns out, it’s almost the same process as on an iPhone.
Here’s what worked for me:
- Go to the App Library – Swipe left on your Home Screen until you see the App Library.
- Find the Hidden Folder – Scroll down and look for the folder named ‘Hidden.’
- Enter Your Passcode – Tap the folder and use Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
- Unhide the App – Press and hold the app, then tap ‘Don’t Require Face ID.’
- Restore It to Home Screen – Hold the app again and select ‘Add to Home Screen.’
Now the app is back, and I don’t have to search for it again!
Using the App Store to Find Hidden Purchases: What Worked for Me
I once hid an app from my purchase history and forgot how to bring it back. It wasn’t deleted, just tucked away in a hidden list.
Here’s how I found it again:
- Open the App Store – Tap the App Store icon on your iPhone or iPad.
- Go to Your Account – Tap your profile picture in the top-right corner.
- Check Hidden Purchases – Tap your name or Apple ID, then scroll down to ‘Hidden Purchases.’
- Unhide the App – Find the app and tap ‘Unhide.’
That’s it! The app is now visible and ready to use again.
Preventing Future App Disappearance: Tips I Follow
I used to lose track of apps all the time. Either I hid them by mistake or forgot where they went. Now, I make sure that doesn’t happen again.
Here’s what I do to keep my apps easy to find:
- Keep My Home Screen Organized – I arrange apps into folders so they stay in place.
- Use the App Library – Instead of searching all over, I swipe left to find everything in one place.
- Avoid Accidental Hiding – I double-check before removing apps to make sure I don’t hide them by mistake.
These small habits save me from searching for missing apps later!