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
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.
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.
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.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.
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.