iPhone App Store Tips Most People Don't Know
Get a refund for an accidental purchase, check app privacy labels, create an app wishlist, and share apps with your family — all from the App Store.
At a Glance
Add an app to your wishlist
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This is helpful when you hear about an app from a friend or see it mentioned online — save it and evaluate it later when you have more time.
Check an app's privacy label before downloading
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An app that asks for your Contacts and Location when it has no obvious reason to need them (like a flashlight app requesting your contacts) is worth questioning. Consider choosing a different app.
Request a refund for an accidental purchase
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Apple is fairly generous with refunds for accidental purchases, especially the first time. In-app purchases and subscriptions can also be refunded this way.
Share purchased apps with family members
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Not all apps support family sharing — it depends on the developer. Most paid apps do, but some apps specifically disable sharing.
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Most iPhone users open the App Store only when they need to download something new. But Apple's App Store has several useful features that are worth knowing about — including ways to protect your privacy, get your money back if you accidentally buy something, and share apps with family members.
Here's what this guide covers:
Wishlists:
Found an app but not sure if you want it yet? You can save it to a wishlist and come back to it later without downloading it.
Privacy Labels:
Before downloading any app, you can see exactly what data the app collects about you — such as your location, contacts, or browsing history. This is called the Privacy label and it's required for all apps on the App Store.
Refunds:
If you accidentally bought an app or made an in-app purchase you didn't intend to, Apple has a process for requesting a refund. You can get your money back in most cases within a few days.
Family Sharing:
With Apple's Family Sharing feature, you can share apps you've purchased with up to five family members — without buying the app again. Family members can also share subscriptions like Apple Music or Apple Arcade.
These features are free and available on any iPhone running a recent version of iOS.
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