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Why is iShredder not on the Apple App Store?

You may have noticed that secure deletion or cleaner apps like iShredder™ are no longer available on the Apple App Store. This is because Apple’s strict policies do not permit apps designed for secure deletion or system cleaning to be installed directly on iOS devices. As a result, popular apps like iShredder™ were removed from the App Store about ten years ago, and due to these ongoing policies, they are unlikely to return.

However, there is still a powerful solution for securely wiping your iOS device: iShredder™ iOS. Instead of installing the app directly on your iPhone or iPad, iShredder™ iOS is installed on your Mac or Windows computer. From there, you can securely erase data from your iOS device by connecting it to your computer via a USB cable and using the iShredder™ software to wipe the device or its free space.

This approach is, in fact, the most secure way to erase data from an iOS device. iOS’s sandbox technology imposes strict limitations on apps, preventing them from accessing system-level data. By using iShredder™ iOS on your computer, you bypass these restrictions, ensuring that your data is securely deleted without the risk of being intercepted by unauthorized third-party apps and, more importantly, without leaving any recoverable trace.

For more information about iShredder™ iOS and how it can help you securely wipe your iOS device, please visit our website: https://www.protectstar.com/en/products/ishredder-ios.

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