Did you know that you can have iOS and macOS apps update automatically, so you don’t have to worry about it yourself? In this tip you can read which settings you should activate and where you can find them.
Update iOS apps automatically
If you have a lot of apps installed on your iPhone or iPad, you should also regularly download updates. The updates not only bring new features, but also close potential security holes and other problems. It is therefore very important that you have the latest versions of your apps installed.
It can be a hassle to keep all your apps up to date, but luckily there is also an option to have them update automatically. As a result, all available updates are downloaded in the background and you do not have to look at them further. To have your iPhone / iPad automatically download and install app updates from the App Store, follow the steps below:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad;
- Go to ‘iTunes Store and App Store’;
- Make sure the switch behind ‘Updates’ (under ‘Automatic downloads’) is turned on. If you want, you can also enable the ‘Use mobile data’ option so that updates are also downloaded while on the go.
Update macOS apps automatically
It is also possible to have your Mac apps update automatically. This is done through the Mac App Store, where you can also go to download applications. Follow the steps below to make sure your Mac (Book) is properly set up.
- Open the Mac App Store;
- Click in the menu bar at the top left of ‘App Store’ on ‘Preferences …’;
- Make sure the ‘Automatic updates’ option is enabled;
Tip: it is also possible to install iOS updates automatically. You can also install software updates for macOS in the background. More tips & tricks can be found on our extensive tip page!