Don’t be surprised if your iPhone doesn’t have a mail app. You are not alone, my friend! Many users have reported this issue in iOS 16. So, if an app was accidentally deleted or simply disappeared, you can quickly get it back. So, let’s learn how to restore the Mail app on iPhone.
Why did the Mail app disappear from iPhone?
If your iPhone Mail app is missing, you won’t be able to access your mail accounts and receive new emails. So, before you start fixing the problem, find the root cause.
The most likely reason is that you may have removed the app icon from the home screen during setup, or you have uninstalled it. In addition, the application may be restricted. If not, your iPhone might have some bugs, incorrect settings, system crashes, update failures, etc. But don’t worry!
How to restore the Mail app on iPhone
Without a doubt, the application “Mail”is necessary for everyone in everyday life. I’ll share 5 tips on how to get the Mail app back on your iPhone.
1. Add a mail app to your home screen.
Sometimes an app is installed on your iPhone but it doesn’t show up.
I lost the Mail icon when I tried to create a blank home screen on my iPhone. So, I thought to add it to the dock for quick access.
- Swipe left until you reach the App Library.
- Now find the mail.
- Then press and hold it and tap “Add to Home Screen”.
The mail app icon will be added to the home screen. If you don’t see this option, it’s hidden in the home screen folder. So, hold and drag the app icon back to the home screen.
Also, you can move the icon according to your preferences. Just click on any empty spot on the home screen until the icons start jiggling and drag the Mail icon.
Sometimes we accidentally delete apps or use the “Offload Unused Apps”feature on iPhone. This may be the reason why the mail app icon is missing. So, to restore it, just reinstall the app from the App Store.
2. Reinstall the app
- Open the App Store → search your mail.
- Now find the app and tap on the cloud icon to re-download it.
- After successful installation, you will get the Mail app on your home screen.
Reinstalling the application may not always solve the problem. If you choose to block inappropriate content, the Mail app may disappear from your iPhone.
3. Turn off mail in screen time
- Launch Settings → tap Screen Time.
- Select Always Allowed.
- If you have enabled the Mail app, disable it by clicking the minus sign (-).
Now check if the app icon on the home screen has recovered.
Sometimes different settings overlap and cause bugs that can cause app icons to be missing. Therefore, I suggest resetting the iPhone to return to the default settings. You can choose to factory reset or factory reset only, which will not delete your files and media.
4. Reset All Settings on iPhone
- Go to “Settings”→ “General”.
- Scroll down and click Transfer or Reset iPhone.
- Now click Reset → Reset All Settings.
- Enter your password and confirm your choice by selecting Reset All Settings.
5. Contact Apple
If none of the methods work for you, the only way available is to contact Apple Support. They will analyze your problem and suggest the most appropriate solution.
FAQ
First, go to Settings → Mail → Accounts. Now check if Mail is enabled for all your email accounts. Then restart your iPhone. If the problem persists, remove the email account from iPhone and add it again.
If you’re not receiving new emails, check if Push is enabled. Then go to “Settings”→ “Mail”→ “Accounts”→ “Get new data”and enable “Push”. Keep in mind that this will only work if you are using Wi-Fi and have turned off power saving mode.
The All Inbox allows you to access email from all synced accounts. If it’s missing, go to the Mail app and tap on the top left corner to get the mailboxes. Now click Edit → All Inboxes → Done.
So that’s all for today, friends!
The Mail app is vital for everyone, so it needs to work properly. I hope the tips helped you restore the Mail app on your iPhone. If you are facing any other mail app issue, please leave a comment below. I will indeed check and provide a solution. In the meantime, happy writing!