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iPad User Guide

Get apps in the App Store on iPad

In the App Store app, you can discover new apps, featured stories, tips and tricks, in-app events, and offers.

👁 The information page for an app in the App Store. The page shows the Get button, ratings, age ratings, the developer, screenshots, and more. At the top center, from left to right, are the following buttons: Today, Games, Apps, Arcade, and Search.

Note: You need an internet connection and an Apple Account to use the App Store. The availability of the App Store and Apple Arcade varies by country or region. See the Apple Support article Availability of Apple Media Services.

Discover and find apps

  1. Go to the App Store app 👁 Image
    on your iPad.

  2. Tap any of the following:

    • Today: Browse featured stories, apps, and in-app events.

    • Games: Find your next game across dozens of categories including action, adventure, racing, puzzles, and more.

    • Apps: Explore new releases, see the top charts, or browse by category.

    • Arcade: Enjoy the curated collection of premium games from Apple Arcade (subscription required) without ads or in-app purchases.

    • Search: Tap 👁 the Search button
      ,       then enter what you’re looking for. You can search by app name, category, developer, and more. You can also explore different categories or browse the suggested apps.

Get information about an app

  1. Go to the App Store app 👁 Image
    on your iPad.

  2. Tap an app’s name or icon to see the following details:

    • Screenshots or previews

    • Ratings and reviews

    • In-app events and offers

    • Developer

    • File size

    • Compatibility with other Apple devices

    • Supported languages

    • Age rating

    • Game Center and Family Sharing support

    • Supported accessibility features

    • Privacy information

Buy and download an app

  1. Go to the App Store app 👁 Image
    on your iPad.

  2. Navigate to the app you want, then tap Get (if the app is free) or the price.

    If you see 👁 the Redownload button
    instead of Get or the price, you’ve already purchased this app before. Tap 👁 the Redownload button
    to download it again for free.

  3. If required, authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode to complete your purchase.

    Purchases are made with the payment method associated with your Apple Account.

You can find the app in the Recently Added category in App Library. While the app is downloading, a progress indicator appears on the app icon. See Find and use your apps in App Library and Change where new apps get downloaded.

Share and approve purchases with Family Sharing

If you’re in a Family Sharing group, you can view and download eligible apps purchased by other family members.

Note: You can see purchases made by family members only if they choose to share their purchases. Purchases made with Family Sharing may not be accessible after the family member leaves the family group.

The family organizer can review and approve eligible purchases made by other family members under a certain age. See Turn on Ask to Buy for a child.

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