{"id":1828,"date":"2020-08-17T15:49:46","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T15:49:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/?p=1828"},"modified":"2025-11-13T15:57:34","modified_gmt":"2021-09-30T21:56:29","slug":"why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Are My Apps Downloading So Slow? 5 Quick Fixes (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e15715c882d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e15715c882d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Slow_app_store_downloads_Try_this\" >Slow app store downloads? Try this<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Reasons_for_apps_downloading_so_slow\" >Reasons for apps downloading so slow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Router_issues\" >Router issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Flaky_DNS_server\" >Flaky DNS server&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Software_glitches\" >Software glitches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Network_problems\" >Network problems&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Apple_server_downtime\" >Apple server downtime<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#How_to_fix_slow_App_Store_downloads\" >How to fix slow App Store downloads<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Reboot_your_device\" >Reboot your device<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Make_sure_Apples_services_are_all_online\" >Make sure Apple\u2019s services are all online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Reboot_your_wireless_router\" >Reboot your wireless router<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Try_downloading_a_different_app\" >Try downloading a different app<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Sign_out_and_back_in_of_iTunes\" >Sign out and back in of iTunes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Signing_out_of_iTunes_and_the_App_Store_on_your_iPhone\" >Signing out of iTunes and the App Store on your iPhone:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Signing_out_of_iTunes_and_App_Store_on_your_Mac\" >Signing out of iTunes and App Store on your Mac:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Test_your_download_speeds\" >Test your download speeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Disable_VPN_firewall_and_security_software\" >Disable VPN, firewall, and security software<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Use_your_cellular_network\" >Use your cellular network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Try_another_Wi-Fi_network\" >Try another Wi-Fi network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Change_the_DNS_settings_of_your_Wi-Fi_network_on_your_device\" >Change the DNS settings of your Wi-Fi network on your device<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#On_your_iPhone\" >On your iPhone:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#On_a_Mac\" >On a Mac:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#From_your_wireless_router\" >From your wireless router&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Check_for_Software_Updates\" >Check for Software Updates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Contact_Apple\" >Contact Apple<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-my-apps-downloading-so-slow\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Slow_app_store_downloads_Try_this\"><\/span><strong>Slow app store downloads? Try this<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When you download apps from the Apple store or Play store, you want them right away. Sometimes you&#8217;re forced to stare at a progress bar as you anticipate the download to complete. Eeeewww loading bars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is very annoying when your apps downloading so slow, and especially if you are used to tapping a button and in no time, your device is done with both the download and the install of the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> So, what is going on, and how do you fix slow App Store download problems? You&#8217;re in the right place, this is our exhaustive troubleshooting guide on how to make your apps download faster. If nothing worked and you&#8217;re thinking where can I <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/\">sell my phone<\/a> then try us. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_for_apps_downloading_so_slow\"><\/span><strong>Reasons for apps downloading so slow<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"white samsung galaxy smartphone showing icons\" class=\"wp-image-1925\" width=\"614\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/qiplrhjiv2o-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Router_issues\"><\/span><strong>Router issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the event your router decided to stop broadcasting a signal while a download is in progress, undeniably that will hinder your download.&nbsp;This might be one reason why it&#8217;s taking so long to download an app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flaky_DNS_server\"><\/span><strong>Flaky DNS server&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In case the DNS server you are using is not the greatest, it is likely to interfere with the download speeds and lead to slow app downloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Software_glitches\"><\/span><strong>Software glitches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A software error may deceive you that all is well once you hit the download button, but actually, there are no downloads in progress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also common with older version of Android. Really old versions may actually show an app ready for download, you click on the download and all seems fine like something is happening but its actually not going to download at all. It may be compatibility issues with the app and your version of Android.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Network_problems\"><\/span><strong>Network problems&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the network you are using is wrongly configured, that can cause problems that can hinder connectivity with the App Store. If that happens, your download certainly will be hurt. This is true for both cellular as well as Wifi connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apple_server_downtime\"><\/span><strong>Apple server downtime<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sever downtime are common. For example, when Apple is upgrading or performing maintenance, you will likely not be able to download any app. You may see the option to click download but nothing happens when you click it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_fix_slow_App_Store_downloads\"><\/span><strong>How to fix slow App Store downloads<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"space gray iPhone 6 at 15:15 clock\" class=\"wp-image-1926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/dl18ciqucxu-930x620.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some things you can do to fix slow app downloads. Below are some of the possible fixes we recommend you give a shot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reboot_your_device\"><\/span><strong>Reboot your device<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes rebooting your device can get things up and running again. Rebooting has been suggested often so consider giving it a shot when your apps are downloading too slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_Apples_services_are_all_online\"><\/span><strong>Make sure Apple\u2019s services are all online<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes an iTunes slow download is not the fault of your device nor the internet connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, when Apple is upgrading its infrastructure, you may experience some challenges when downloading apps. You can always visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/support\/systemstatus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">System Status web page<\/a> to check if Apple is the one having the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes you just need to try again in a few hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reboot_your_wireless_router\"><\/span><strong>Reboot your wireless router<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re connected to wifi, then there are moments when a router needs a reboot to work properly. Just power it off for about 60 seconds and then power it back on and try downloading again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to reset the router as doing so will mean you going through the setup steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_downloading_a_different_app\"><\/span><strong>Try downloading a different app<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The app you are downloading could be the one having an issue. Trying to download another can help detect this. Consider when a developer pulls an app, and the App Store doesn\u2019t notice and act immediately. In such a case, you are likely to get an infinitely-spinning download icon that never completes the download or some unavailability errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_out_and_back_in_of_iTunes\"><\/span><strong>Sign out and back in of iTunes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is should fix iTunes account issues. Log out of your Apple ID and log back in again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now try the download again and see if the speed has improved. Remember to restart your app download after signing back into App Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signing_out_of_iTunes_and_the_App_Store_on_your_iPhone\"><\/span><strong>Signing out of iTunes and the App Store on your iPhone:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Go to Settings &gt; iTunes and App Store.<\/li><li>Hit your Apple ID, then select Sign Out.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signing_out_of_iTunes_and_App_Store_on_your_Mac\"><\/span><strong>Signing out of iTunes and App Store on your Mac:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open iTunes on your device.<\/li><li>From the menu bar, go to Account and then sign Out.<\/li><li>Open the App Store on your Mac.<\/li><li>From the menu bar, go to Store then sign Out.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Test_your_download_speeds\"><\/span><strong>Test your download speeds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"black smartphone\" class=\"wp-image-1927\" width=\"617\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/gwwkv06wyfy-930x620.jpg 930w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 617px) 100vw, 617px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe your app is taking long to download because you have slow internet. You can check if your internet speed is fast on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedtest.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">speedtest.net.<\/a> If your speed is not sufficient (less than 10 Mb\/s), then that could be the reason why it is taking long for downloads to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disable_VPN_firewall_and_security_software\"><\/span><strong>Disable VPN, firewall, and security software<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though very rare, firewalls, security software, and VPN can hinder internet performance and usage. Incoming and outgoing connections to the App Store might be cited as possible threats, thus resulting in blocked or restricted connections to associated servers. When this happens, it causes connectivity issues. Try disabling and enabling each software package to see if it affects incoming and outgoing connection to the App Store.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_your_cellular_network\"><\/span><strong>Use your cellular network<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider using your cellular network and see if you can download your apps. If successful, then it means there is something wrong with the Wi-Fi network you are connected to. Try troubleshooting the Wi-Fi if you can. Alternatively, consult a network pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_another_Wi-Fi_network\"><\/span><strong>Try another Wi-Fi network<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have cellular data access, try another Wi-Fi network and see if the download speed improves. If you manage to download, then that is an indicator your Wi-Fi has an issue. If in a position to fix without calling for support, go ahead and fix. Otherwise, call your ISP or a network expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Change_the_DNS_settings_of_your_Wi-Fi_network_on_your_device\"><\/span><strong>Change the DNS settings of your Wi-Fi network on your device<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In case the Wi-Fi network you are connected to is configured to use a poor DNS server, then all your internet requests will go through that server, and its poor performance will be passed on to you. This, of course, will affect App Store downloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, you can reconfigure the DNS setting through your Apple device. Do the following to change the DNS settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_your_iPhone\"><\/span><strong>On your iPhone:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Go to Settings &gt; Wi-Fi.<\/li><li>Click the i button next to your current network.<\/li><li>Under DNS click the Configure DNS button.<\/li><li>Select to manually choose your DNS servers and enter either of the following options:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open DNS: 208.67.220.220 and 208.67.222.222<\/li><li>Google Public DNS: 8.8.4.4 and 8.8.8.8<\/li><li>Or your specific ISP\u2019s DNS settings.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hit Save after changing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_a_Mac\"><\/span><strong>On a Mac:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>From the menu bar, go to Apple &gt; System Preferences\u2026 &gt; Network.<\/li><li>In the sidebar, click on your current network connection.<\/li><li>Click Advanced\u2026 in the bottom right of the window.<\/li><li>Go to the DNS tab.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the + and \u2013 buttons under DNS Servers to change your settings to one of the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>OpenDNS: 208.67.220.220 and 208.67.222.222<\/li><li>Google Public DNS: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4<\/li><li>Or your specific ISP\u2019s DNS settings.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Click OK then click Apply.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_your_wireless_router\"><\/span><strong>From your wireless router&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While configuring DNS settings on your device is recommended, sometimes this is not the best approach, especially if the problem is affecting more than one device on the network. In this case, it is better to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idownloadblog.com\/2016\/04\/29\/increase-internet-speed-change-router-dns-settings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reconfigure the DNS settings<\/a> from the wireless router itself. This way, you don\u2019t have to configure each device at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_for_Software_Updates\"><\/span>Check for Software Updates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We often hear of iOS glitches when a new major update rolls out. The same goes for new iPhone releases. The nature of new software is that sometimes it doesn&#8217;t work as planned and glitches show up after thousands or millions have used the new software or device in every way it can be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apple will quickly release patches via a version update. Download any updates and install them, then restart your device. Now try downloading the app again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_Apple\"><\/span><strong>Contact Apple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If after trying the above solutions none seems to work, it makes sense to contact Apple. A support representative will guide you in solving the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, there are many reasons why your apps could be downloading too slowly. Luckily, you can solve most of these snags without contacting Apple. Have you ever experienced slow App Store downloads? What caused the problem? Help others with your solution in the comment section below!&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apps downloading slowly on iPhone or Android? 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