Few things are more annoying than apps disappearing from your phone without warning. If your Tecno Pova Slim 5G is randomly deleting apps, you are not alone. This problem can be caused by storage settings, background optimizations, or software conflicts.
Why Your Tecno Pova Slim 5G Might Be Deleting Apps
- Low storage space causing the system to automatically remove unused apps.
- Battery or performance optimizations restricting or offloading apps.
- A software bug in HiOS or Android.
- Unstable system updates that trigger app resets.
- Third-party cleaning apps uninstalling apps without clear notice.
Check Your Storage Space.
When storage runs low, the phone may start removing unused apps to free up space. Keeping at least a few gigabytes free prevents this.
- Open Settings, and then tap Storage.
- Review available space, and then delete unnecessary files or move them to cloud storage.
If your storage is almost full, uninstall apps you no longer use. This ensures the system does not target random apps for removal.
Disable Auto-Remove Unused Apps.
Some phones include a feature that automatically deletes apps you rarely open. While useful for storage, it can cause important apps to vanish.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Tap Special app access, and then look for the auto-remove unused apps option to disable it.
Once turned off, apps will stay installed unless you manually uninstall them.
Check Battery and Performance Settings.
Aggressive optimization settings may treat certain apps as unnecessary, which sometimes results in unexpected deletions.
- Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
- Tap Performance mode, and then select Balanced or Standard instead of High efficiency.
This prevents the system from pushing app optimizations too far.
Update HiOS and Android.
A bug in your software may be the real cause. Updating the phone ensures app handling works as expected.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap Software update, and then download and install any available updates.
Remove Cleaning or Booster Apps.
Third-party apps designed to “optimize” your phone often go too far. Some automatically uninstall what they believe is unnecessary.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Look for cleaning or booster apps, and then uninstall them.
Once removed, apps should remain in place as long as you manage storage manually.
If your Tecno Pova Slim 5G keeps deleting apps, the issue usually comes down to storage pressure or aggressive system optimizations. Adjusting these settings makes sure your apps stay exactly where you want them.
FAQs
Why do apps disappear only after I restart my phone?
This usually means they were installed on external storage like an SD card, which may not be mounted properly during startup.
Can low storage really delete apps automatically?
Yes. Android can remove unused apps when storage is critically low to keep the system stable.
Will a factory reset solve this problem?
It can, but it should be your last option. Try adjusting storage and optimization settings first before wiping the phone.
