If you’re wondering where are downloads on iPhone 14, most downloaded files are saved in the Files app at Browse > iCloud Drive > Downloads. For files downloaded from Safari, you can also tap the Downloads button next to the search field for quick access to recent files.
Find Safari downloads on iPhone 14
When you download a file using Safari, it is automatically saved to a Downloads folder. You can access these files in two ways:
- Open Safari and tap the Downloads button (the arrow icon) next to the search field. Tap Downloads to see recent files.
- Open the Files app from your Home Screen (swipe down and search if you do not see it). Navigate to Browse > iCloud Drive > Downloads to view all saved downloads.
Safari shows a progress bar at the top of the screen during a download, and once complete, you can tap the arrow icon beside the address bar to view downloads. In Safari, you can save web pages for offline access by tapping the share icon and selecting 'Save to Files'.
Depending on your Safari download location setting, files may also appear under On My iPhone > Downloads.
Locate email attachments you've downloaded
Files downloaded from your Mail app can be found in the Files app. To save an attachment from an email, open the email, tap the attachment, then tap the share icon (a box with an arrow pointing up). Select Save to Files and choose a destination folder. Once saved, the file appears in the Files app under the location you selected, typically Browse > iCloud Drive or On My iPhone.
To view all downloaded email attachments in one place, go to the Mail app, tap the 'Accounts' button at the top left, and select 'Attachments'.
Access cloud storage downloads
Cloud storage services like iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Box, and OneDrive appear as separate locations in the Files app. Open Files, tap Browse, and you will see each service listed if you have the corresponding app installed and signed in. Files downloaded from these services sync across your devices automatically. To download a file from a cloud storage app, open the app, navigate to the file, and tap the download or save option. The file then appears in the Files app under that service's location.
What about App Store downloads?
Apps downloaded from the App Store do not go to a Downloads folder. They appear on your Home Screen and in the App Library. To view your purchase history, open the App Store app, tap your profile icon in the top-right corner, and select Purchased. Here you can see all apps you have downloaded or purchased and re-download any that were deleted. Managing downloaded apps is done from the Home Screen by tapping and holding an app icon to rearrange, create folders, or delete apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I re-download a deleted app on iPhone 14?
Open the App Store app, tap your profile icon, then tap Purchased. Find the app in the list and tap the cloud icon next to it to re-download it without paying again.
How do I free up storage by removing downloads on iPhone 14?
Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage. Tap an app to see options: Offload App removes the app but keeps its data, while Delete App removes both. You can also tap Review Downloaded Files within an app to delete specific files.
Can I change where downloads are saved on iPhone 14?
No, you cannot customize the download location for Safari or other apps. Files are saved to the Downloads folder in iCloud Drive or On My iPhone based on your Safari download location setting in Settings > Safari > Downloads.
What if my downloaded app is not showing on iPhone? How to find apps on iOS 16?
If a downloaded app is not on your Home Screen, swipe left to open the App Library. You can also search for the app by swiping down on the Home Screen and typing its name. This is useful when checking memory and storage capacity, as you may have apps installed but hidden.
How do I find files downloaded from email attachments?
Open the Files app and check Browse > iCloud Drive or On My iPhone for the folder where you saved the attachment. If you used the share icon and selected Save to Files, the file will be there.
Are downloads automatically stored in the iCloud on iPhone 14?
Yes, if you have enabled the iCloud backup feature.
