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Even though it’s easy to fix an iPhone and Android that Can’t Install App, it’s not easy to figure out why. When you try to download apps on Android, do you get an error message instead? Because of the problem, you might have to get apps from the web or places that aren’t official app stores. The same goes for errors and problems with your AndroidOS device. Even though the operating system can run many different apps, errors can still happen that, if not fixed, can make your smartphone almost useless.
So, what can you do if you can’t download or install apps on your Android? It’s not the safest or most convenient way to get Android apps. Instead, you can use the tips below to fix the Android and iPhone problem where you can’t install apps.
Can’t Install App on Android
Delete cache for the Google Play Store
This is more like a “reset button” that you can press to fix any problems with the Google Play Store app. The cache files are cleared to do this. It’s important to remember that as temporary information builds up over time, the app becomes less useful, and in the worst cases, it can even stop being able to do its main tasks.
- Open the Settings app and tap on Apps to view the list of installed applications.
- Choose the Google Play Store entry from the list, then tap the Storage and Caches option to configure it.
- To delete all of the Play Store’s temporary cache files, click the Clear Cache button.
- Reopen the application to make sure the problem has been resolved.
Re-add your Google Account
- Open the Settings app and tap on Accounts.
- Find and tap the “Remove Account” icon next to your Google account in the list to disconnect your Android from it.
- Tap the “Add Account” button and choose “Google” from the list of available choices to re-add your Google Account.
- You may re-sync it with the Google Play Store by logging in with your Google account and following the on-screen directions.
Get rid of Download Manager Data
- Go to Settings
- Go to Apps and Notifications
- Go to “See All Apps”.
- Then tap on the overflow icon situated at the top right and select Show System.
- Now scroll to the Download Manager app and head over to its Storage and Cache section.
- Press Clear Storage/Data and then OK.
- Now launch Play Store and see if you can download and install the app or not.
Upgrade the Google Play Store app
When an app isn’t up-to-date, it may not work as well as it should because apps often have bugs that make them work less well than they should. When it’s hard to install an app from the Google Play Store, this should make sense. When this happens, the Google Play Store app needs to be updated.
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- At the top right, tap the profile icon.
- Tap Settings, then click on About.
- Under “About”,tap Play Store version.
- You’ll get a message that tells you if the Play Store is up to date. Tap Got it. If an update is available, it will automatically download and install in a few minutes.
Remove Play Store update downloads
- Open Settings
- Open apps and notifications (on some smartphones, this is done by going to Apps > App Manager or Manage apps).
- Expand All apps.
- open the Google Play Store.
- To erase every update from the Google Play Store on your phone, tap the three dots menu and choose Uninstall updates.
Check Your Free Space
When you’re trying to figure out what’s wrong with a device, it’s best to start with the basics. Downloads only work if you have enough space on your computer. Most apps only take up a few megabytes of space, but some are bigger. Does your device have enough space? Do you need to do spring cleaning before you can add new things?
- Open the Settings on your device and use the magnifying glass to search for Storage.
- Tap on Storage in the list that appears.
- Review the amount of available storage listed.
Can’t Install App on iPhone
Check Your iTunes and App Store Settings
If you’ve set your purchase and in-app purchase Password Settings to “Always Require,” you’ll be asked for your password even when you’re signed in with your Apple ID. You can set the prompt to appear every 15 minutes instead of every time it pops up. This means that the App Store won’t ask you to enter your password again if you have done so in the last 15 minutes.
- Open the “Settings” app.
- Tap on (your name), then choose the “iTunes & App Store”/ “Media and Purchase”.
- Choose “Password Settings.” If you can’t find the “Password Settings,” you may have enabled Touch ID or Face ID for purchase.
- Check the “Require After 15 Minutes” option below the purchase and in-app purchases.
- Beneath the free downloads, disable the “Require Password” option.
- If prompted, enter your password, then hit “OK.”
Restart Your iPhone
- Long-press the side or top button and either volume button until the slider for power off appears.
- Drag the slider to switch off your iPhone.
- Long-press the side or top button until the Apple logo displays.
Try Signing Out and In of the App Store
If you can’t download apps to your iPhone, it could be because of a problem with your Apple ID. Sign out of your Apple account and then back in to try to get back into the App Store. If your iPhone can’t connect to the App Store, signing out and back in to your account may fix the problem.
- Navigate to “Settings,” then (your name).
- At the bottom, tap on “Sign Out.”
- Enter your Apple ID password, then press “Turn Off.”
- Wait a few seconds, then tap “Sign In” and enter your Apple ID credentials.
Try Updating iOS
- Plug your iPhone into a power source.
- Connect to the internet using Wi-Fi
- Go to “Settings,” “General,” then tap “Software Update.”
- If there are two software update options available, select the one you wish to install by pressing “Install Now.”
Check available storage
- Launch Settings
- Go to General ➙ iPhone Storage
- Take a look at how much space is used and how much is left. You can also follow some recommendations for freeing up more space, such as saving your photos to iCloud.
FAQ
Why I Cannot install any app from Play Store
If clearing the cache of the Google Play Store and Google Play Services doesn’t fix the problem, try clearing the Google Play Store data: Open your device’s Settings menu. Go to Apps or the Application Manager. (Depending on your device, this option may be different.)
How do I clear my cache and data on Play Store
- Open the Setting app on your Android phone or tablet.
- Tap Apps and alerts. Look at all apps.
- Scroll down and click Google Play Store.
- Tap Storage. Empty the cache.
- Tap Clear data.
- Open the Play Store back up and try downloading again.
Does clearing cache delete apps
This will delete all user data stored in an app, not just the temporary cache files. The app itself won’t be deleted, but it will be reset, which means you’ll have to sign in again and set any preferences. Here’s how to delete app data on an Android: Go to Settings and click on Apps.