How to View and Unhide Hidden Purchases on the App Store

Learn how to easily access and unhide your hidden purchases on the App Store using your device.

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To see hidden purchases on the App Store, open the App Store app on your device, tap on your profile icon, and then tap on your name to access your account settings. Scroll down and find 'Hidden Purchases' under the iTunes in the Cloud section. Here, you can view and unhide any purchases by tapping on the download icon next to the item you want to unhide.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I access my hidden purchases on the App Store? Open the App Store app, tap on your profile icon, select your name for account settings, and scroll down to find 'Hidden Purchases' under 'iTunes in the Cloud'.
  2. What should I do if I can't find the 'Hidden Purchases' section? Make sure you are logged into the correct Apple ID associated with the purchases and ensure your App Store app is updated to the latest version.
  3. Can I permanently delete hidden purchases from the App Store? No, hidden purchases can be unhidden anytime, but they cannot be deleted permanently from your account.
  4. Why would I want to hide purchases on the App Store? Users may hide purchases to keep their account organized or to prevent others from seeing certain items, especially for shared accounts.

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