How to Restore Apps on Android

Difficulty
Beginner
Tested on
Android 15 - Pixel 9 Pro
You will need
Active Google account, Stable internet connection

Step by step

  1. 10 sec

    Open the Google Play Store

    Locate and tap the Google Play Store icon on your home screen or within your app drawer. Ensure you are signed into the same Google account used to purchase or install the original apps.

  2. 15 sec

    Navigate to manage apps

    Tap your profile icon located in the top-right corner of the screen. Select Manage apps & device from the expanded menu options.

  3. 20 sec

    Switch to the library view

    Tap the Manage tab at the top of the screen. Tap the Installed dropdown menu and select Not installed to filter for apps that are currently missing from your device.

    Note: The Not installed list contains all apps ever downloaded on your account that are not on your current device.
  4. 30 sec

    Choose apps for restoration

    Scroll through the list to identify the applications you wish to reinstall. Tap the checkbox next to each app name to add them to your installation queue.

  5. 15 sec

    Execute the download

    Tap the download icon located in the top-right corner of the toolbar. The Play Store will automatically begin downloading and installing the selected applications in the background.

    Note: Large queues may take significant time; monitor progress in the Play Store notification shade.