Alex Ruben
How To Download Apps Without Entering Your Apple ID Password on iPhone in 2025
Getting tired of punching in your Apple ID password every time you want a new app? Yeah, it’s kind of annoying, especially if you just want to quickly grab something or test out a free app. But being able to disable that password prompt can streamline things, especially for trusted devices or if you’re managing a bunch of apps or accounts. Just keep in mind, this also means less security, so use with caution. This guide is about turning off those prompts so you can tap “Get” and go, no fuss. Expect to see quicker downloads, but also maybe a bit less protection against accidental or unauthorized purchases.
How to Disable Apple ID Password Prompts for App Installation
Update to the Latest iOS Version
This first step is kinda obvious, but still worth mentioning. Apple rolls out updates that fix bugs and sometimes tweak the way settings work, so having the latest version can save some headaches.
On some setups, older iOS versions might refuse to let you turn off password prompts fully.
You’ll want to go to Settings > General > Software Update.
If there’s a new iOS available, hit “Download and Install”. Expect a restart, and then you’re good to go.
On one or two devices, this update process can be twitchy, and sometimes prompts don’t stick—so if it’s not working, try rebooting the device after the update or resetting some settings.
Access Screen Time Settings
This is where Apple kinda hides the restrictions that force password asks. If you want apps to download without that annoying wait, you’ll need to disable some limits.
Go on Settings, scroll down to Screen Time.
From there, tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions.
Disabling the toggle here often frees up the necessary permissions for your app downloads, and yes, it’s kind of weird how hidden this is.
Expect that after toggling off, your Apple ID password prompts during downloads will stop, but remember—you might be losing some parental controls if they were enabled.
Modify Purchase Settings in iTunes & App Store
This step is the core fix—since it controls whether your device asks for passwords at all.
Within Content & Privacy Restrictions, look for iTunes & App Store Purchases.
Tap on that.
Find the option called Require Password.
Switch it to Don’t Require.
This is pretty much what stops the password prompt on app installs—works on most devices, but sometimes it’s a bit buggy. If it keeps asking, double-check that the toggle actually stayed switched, or try re-enabling and disabling a couple of times.
Disable Face ID and Passcode for App Store Purchases
If your iPhone still insists on asking for Face ID or your passcode before a download, you’ll want to tweak those settings.
Head back to Settings > Face ID & Passcode.
Enter your passcode to access the options.
Scroll down to iTunes & App Store.
Toggle off the option to require Face ID or Passcode for purchases and downloads.
Because, of course, Apple’s got to make things a little complicated—sometimes the setting doesn’t stick right away, or it only applies if you’ve got Face ID enabled. So, it’s worth testing after changing these.
Confirm the Changes and Test Downloading
Once all that’s done, try going to the App Store, pick a free app, and tap Get.
If everything went smoothly, it should install without asking for your password or Face ID.
Keep in mind, on some versions or devices, you might need to restart or toggle the settings again if it still prompts. It can be a bit finicky sometimes.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
If you hit a wall, double-check that all relevant toggles are actually turned off. Sometimes, settings seem disabled but didn’t save properly.
Also, if you’ve got parental controls or device management profiles, those can override these settings, so look into those if things aren’t working.
And, yeah, remember that disabling passwords for app installs lowers security—if you’re on a shared device or worried about kids or others installing stuff, maybe keep some restrictions.
Sometimes, a reboot after fiddling with settings helps the changes “stick,” especially on older iOS versions.
Wrap-up
This whole process is kind of a mixed bag—sure, it makes downloads faster and less annoying, but it also opens up less control over what’s installing.
On some setups, it’s a quick fix; on others, a bit more trial and error. The main thing is that dive into Screen Time and Content & Privacy Restrictions because that’s where the magic happens—and where Apple hides the options.
If it still doesn’t work, sometimes a full restart or signing out and back into your Apple ID can help nudge things into place.
Summary
- Update iOS first—sometimes this fixes weird glitches.
- Disable restrictions in Screen Time. Might need to toggle on/off a few times.
- Change Require Password to Don’t Require in iTunes & App Store Purchases.
- Turn off Face ID and passcode prompts for app downloads.
- Test by downloading a free app, and hope it skips the password prompt.
Just a final note—fingers crossed this helps
Getting apps without passwords isn’t always straightforward anymore, but messing with these settings can save a lot of time. Just keep in mind that messing with security settings can be risky if you’re not careful. On the bright side, on some machines, this change sticks better than others—so don’t be surprised if you need to repeat a step or two. Good luck, and hopefully this shaves off a few hours for someone.