Few things are more annoying than when your phone suddenly deletes apps without your permission. If your Galaxy S25 FE keeps removing apps, you may notice shortcuts disappearing, apps missing from the home screen, or even essential apps being uninstalled. This can happen for several reasons, but the good news is you can fix it.
Why Your Galaxy S25 FE Might Be Deleting Apps
- Unused apps being automatically removed by Storage settings.
- Battery or device optimization features clearing out apps.
- Software glitches or outdated One UI version.
- Apps moved to the SD card becoming inaccessible.
- Malware or third-party cleaners uninstalling apps.
Disable Auto Remove Unused Apps.
Samsung devices have a storage feature that can delete unused apps to free up space. If enabled, it may remove apps you still want.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery and device care.
- Tap Storage, and then look for the Auto remove unused apps option. Toggle it off.
Check Sleeping and Deep Sleeping Apps.
When apps are placed in sleeping or deep sleeping lists, the system may eventually remove or restrict them to save power.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
- Tap Background usage limits, and then review Sleeping apps or Deep sleeping apps. Remove any app you want to keep active.
Update Software and Apps.
A bug in the system or outdated apps may cause unexpected deletions. Updating both ensures compatibility and stability.
- Open Settings, and then tap Software update.
- Tap Download and install, and then follow the prompts if an update is available.
Also, open the Galaxy Store or Play Store to update individual apps.
Check SD Card Apps.
If apps are installed on an SD card that is corrupted or loose, they may disappear randomly.
- Remove the SD card from your Galaxy S25 FE, and then reinsert it carefully.
- If problems continue, back up your files and reformat the SD card.
Scan for Malware or Cleaner Apps.
Sometimes third-party apps, especially cleaner or booster apps, can uninstall apps without you noticing. Malware infections can also cause the same behavior.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery and device care.
- Tap Device protection, and then run a full scan. Remove any suspicious apps or files.
If you have cleaner apps installed, uninstall them and check if the issue stops.
A Galaxy S25 FE that deletes apps randomly can usually be fixed by adjusting system settings or updating the software. Most of the time, disabling auto removal and checking optimization lists resolves the problem quickly.
FAQs
Why are my apps disappearing from the home screen but not uninstalled?
This happens if the apps are only removed from the home screen. Open the Apps drawer to see if they are still installed and add the shortcut back.
Does Samsung delete apps to save storage automatically?
Yes, if the Auto remove unused apps feature is enabled. The system will uninstall apps you have not opened in a while to free up space.
Can a factory reset stop my Galaxy S25 FE from deleting apps?
Yes, but it should be the last option. Resetting removes all personal data, so try other solutions first. A reset is only needed if the issue is caused by deep software corruption.
