Ever accidentally hidden a purchase on your iTunes account and now can't find it? Don't worry, it's still there, and we're here to guide you on how to unhide purchases on iTunes. Let's dive right in.
Understanding Hidden Purchases on iTunes
When you hide a purchase on iTunes, it doesn't disappear forever. It's simply removed from your view, but it's still associated with your account. You can unhide these purchases and make them visible again. Let's explore why and how you might have hidden them in the first place.
Why Purchases Get Hidden
- Accidental Hiding: You might have clicked on 'Hide' instead of 'Download' or 'Play'.
- Purchases for Kids: If you've set up 'Ask to Buy' for family purchases, you might have hidden items while approving purchases for your kids.
- Removing from Device: When you remove an item from your device, it's hidden but not deleted.
How to Unhide Purchases on iTunes
Now that we understand why purchases get hidden, let's learn how to unhide them. We'll guide you through the process on both your iPhone/iPad and your computer.
Unhiding Purchases on iPhone/iPad
- Open the iTunes Store app on your device.
- Tap on the Featured tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap on Purchased.
- Tap on the Not on This [Device] tab.
- Find the hidden purchase you want to unhide, then tap the Download button next to it. It will change to Open once downloaded.
Unhiding Purchases on Computer
| Operating System | Steps |
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| macOS Catalina or later |
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| macOS Mojave or earlier, or Windows |
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Remember, if you're using Family Sharing, you might need to ask the family organizer to unhide the purchase. Also, if you're trying to unhide an item that's no longer available in the iTunes Store, you won't be able to download it again.
We hope this guide has helped you unhide your purchases on iTunes. If you're still having trouble, you might want to reach out to Apple Support for further assistance. Happy listening and watching!
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