If you’re like most people, you probably don’t want others to know what you’ve been buying on your iPhone. Maybe you don’t want your spouse to see that you’ve been buying lingerie on Amazon, or maybe you don’t want your boss to know that you’ve been buying office supplies from Staples. Whatever the reason, we’re going to show you how to delete your purchase history on your iPhone in just a few simple steps!
How To Delete Purchase History On iPhone
1. Tap on the Settings icon
At first glance, it may not be obvious where to find the purchase history on your iPhone. But fear not, it’s actually quite easy! Just tap on the Settings icon and then scroll down until you see the option for “iTunes & App Store.” Tap on that and then scroll all the way to the bottom of the next page.
2. Tap on your Apple ID
Once you’re in the iTunes & App Store settings, you’ll need to tap on your Apple ID at the very top of the page. If you’re not sure which one is yours, just look for the one with your name next to it.
3. Tap on View Apple ID
After tapping on your Apple ID, a popup will appear asking for your password. Enter it and then tap on the “View Apple ID” button.
4. Scroll down and tap on Purchase History
On the next page, you’ll see a bunch of different options. Scroll down until you see the “Purchase History” option and tap on that.
5. Tap on the “Clear” button
At the top of the purchase history page, there will be a button that says “Clear.” Tap on that and then confirm that you want to delete your purchase history. And that’s it! Your purchase history will now be deleted from your iPhone.
Why It’s Important To Delete Purchase History On iPhone
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You don’t want others to know what you’re buying
No one wants their spouse or boss to see what they’re buying, so it’s important to delete your purchase history.
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You don’t want people to know how much you’re spending
If you’re trying to save money, you don’t want others to know how much you’re spending on your iPhone.
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You don’t want people to see what apps you’re buying
Some apps are embarrassing, and you don’t want others to know that you’re using them.
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You don’t want people to see what in-app purchases you’re making
In-app purchases can be expensive, and you may not want others to know that you’re spending a lot of money on them.
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You don’t want people to see what books you’re buying
Some books are controversial, and you may not want others to know that you’re reading them.
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You don’t want people to see what music you’re buying
You may not want others to know what kind of music you’re listening to.
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You don’t want people to see what movies you’re buying
Some movies are embarrassing, and you may not want others to know that you’re watching them.
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You don’t want people to see what TV shows you’re buying
Again, some TV shows are embarrassing, and you may not want others to know that you’re watching them.
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You don’t want people to see what podcasts you’re subscribing to
Podcasts can be controversial, and you may not want others to know that you’re listening to them.
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You don’t want people to see what websites you’re buying from
Some websites are controversial, and you may not want others to know that you’re visiting them.
How To Delete Individual Items From Purchase History On iPhone
1. Tap on the Settings icon.
At first glance, it may not be obvious where to find the purchase history on your iPhone. But fear not, it’s actually quite easy! Just tap on the Settings icon and then scroll down until you see the option for “iTunes & App Store.” Tap on that and then scroll all the way to the bottom of the next page.
2. Tap on your Apple ID.
Once you’re in the iTunes & App Store settings, you’ll need to tap on your Apple ID at the very top of the page. If you’re not sure which one is yours, just look for the one with your name next to it.
3. Tap on View Apple ID.
After tapping on your Apple ID, a popup will appear asking for your password. Enter it and then tap on the “View Apple ID” button.
4. Scroll down and tap on Purchase History
On the next page, you’ll see a bunch of different options. Scroll down until you see the “Purchase History” option and tap on that.
5. Tap on an item to delete it
At the top of the purchase history page, there will be a list of all of the purchases you’ve made in the past. To delete one, just tap on it and then confirm that you want to delete it. And that’s all there is to it!
Tips For Keeping Your Purchase History Clean On iPhone
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Use a different Apple ID for purchases
If you’re worried about someone seeing your purchase history, you can use a different Apple ID for purchases. That way, your main Apple ID won’t be associated with any of your purchases.
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Use the “Ask to Buy” feature
If you have kids, you can use the “Ask to Buy” feature to prevent them from buying things without your permission. Just go to the Settings app and then tap on “Screen Time.” From there, you’ll need to enable the “Ask to Buy” feature.
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Use parental controls
If you want to prevent your kids from accessing certain types of content, you can use the parental controls in the Settings app. Just go to “Screen Time” and then tap on “Content & Privacy Restrictions.” From there, you can specify what types of content your kids are allowed to access.
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Use a different payment method
If you’re worried about someone seeing your credit card or bank account information, you can use a different payment method. For example, you can use PayPal or Amazon Payments instead of a credit card.
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Don’t save your passwords in the Safari app
If you’re using the Safari app to make purchases, you should make sure that your passwords are not saved. That way, if someone gets access to your device, they won’t be able to see your password and use it to make purchases.
Summary
There are a few different ways to keep your purchase history clean on iPhone. You can use a different Apple ID for purchases, use the “Ask to Buy” feature or use parental controls. You can also use a different payment method, like PayPal or Amazon Payments. Finally, make sure that your passwords are not saved in the Safari app.
