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Does uninstalling app clear data?
First of all when you uninstall an app from an Android mobile i.e when you install and uninstall an app from playstore the some of the app data will already be cleared when you uninstall the app. When you download an app from Google chrome or any other web browsers as an apk then you can delete it manually.
Does deleting an app on Iphone uninstall it?
Deleting the app will remove the app and all of its data from your phone, freeing up precious storage space. Moving it to your App Library will only remove the app icon from your home screen.
Do you have to clear data before uninstalling an app?
Download the Forums for Android™ app! I believe ‘clear data’ simply erases all data such as settings, saved passwords etc. Uninstalling will remove all that + the app. vinnyt225 likes this. Do I have to ‘clear data’ before uninstalling an app? does it matter?? or can i just uninstall? will any leftover data left in the internal memory?
What happens when I uninstall an app on my Android?
You can reduce the amount of [&data&] that’s left behind after [&uninstallation&] by [&clearing&] the [&data&]. This won’t always be perfect, but it’s a good solution if you don’t want to install any additional [&apps&] to do so. It’s also important to note that this task is performed before the [&app&] is [&uninstalled&].
What happens to a directory when an app is uninstalled?
When an app is uninstalled this directory is deleted along with its parent /data/data/package_name UNLESS the app is uninstalled in order to update it. From command line this is done using the flag -k or -r that is
What happens when I clear data from WhatsApp?
What Happens When You Clear Data for Facebook Messenger and Gmail. WhatsApp stores data only on your phone (if it’s not backed up). However, Facebook Messenger, Gmail, and similar apps sync them to the cloud storage. So even if you clear data or uninstall the app, your messages or contacts will not be deleted.