HT201272 I realize that lately every time I try to redownload apps I have previously purchased I keep getting 'app cannot be downloaded at this time'. Please help.
I need help with re loading apps I have previously purchased. I keep getting the message 'app cannot be downloaded at this time'
Hi tmcrae
First check that your device is not full, maybe you may have to delete some photos or apps to make space to do updates. if its not full then you will have to try pluging it into your pc/mac running itunes then doing a backup and restore. Then you should be able to do your updates.
Sorry but i cant think of any other way if its showing as installed already but is not there.
Hope that helps
Delboy1066
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