Apple iPhones and iPads
iOS version 10 or greater
- Launch the Settings app on your iOS device
- Scroll down and tap on iTunes & App Store
- Scroll all the way down to the bottom until you see Automatic Downloads
- To turn on automatic app updates, toggle Updates to the On position
iOS versions 8 & 9
- Launch the Settings app on your iOS device
- Scroll down and tap on App and iTunes Stores
- Toggle Updates to the On position
Android Phones and Tablets
Android versions 6 or greater
- Open the Google Play Store app
- Tap Menu Settings
- Tap Auto-Update apps
- Select an option:
- Auto-update apps at any time. Data charges may apply
- Auto-Update apps over Wi-Fi only
Disclaimer
If you have further questions or need assistance with completing this setting, please contact your mobile carrier’s support team. Below are links to the four largest US-based carriers: