How to Re-Download an App From the Mac App Store

The Mac App Store makes buying and installing Mac apps an easy and centralized process. It also keeps track of the apps you purchased and which are currently installed on your Mac. If you’ve had an installation issue or deleted an app, you can download it again from the App Store. Here’s how. Here are some more things to keep in mind when you’re navigating the App Store.

You can delete and re-download an app as long as it’s available. A program becomes unavailable if its developer removes it from the App Store. If you have technical issues with an app, you should contact the developer first. If the developer can’t resolve the issues, contact Apple. You can use iTunes gift cards to purchase apps from the Mac App Store. Apple Store gift cards can only be used at Apple retail stores. All apps download to the /Applications folder. Apps you purchase from the Mac App Store don’t require activation or registration numbers.