How to Delete a Wallpaper on iPhone

Since iOS 16, users have been able to easily add, delete, change, or switch between wallpapers straight from the current screen whenever they want. Now, with iOS 17, you can create wallpapers in pairs for both your iPhone's home screen and lock screen. You can also add widgets to your wallpapers and have a focus mode turn on automatically when a specific lock screen is in use. So how do you delete an iPhone wallpaper? Let's take a look.

Deleting an iPhone Wallpaper (2024)!

To delete a lock screen wallpaper, you'll need to access the wallpaper you're currently using:

• Use Face ID or Touch ID to unlock your iPhone.
• Press and hold the current Lock Screen to access the wallpaper gallery.
• Find the wallpaper you want to delete.
• Once you've found the screen you want to remove, swipe up and tap the red trash can icon.
• Tap Delete This Wallpaper, and you'll be rid of it! You'll need to repeat these steps for every lock screen wallpaper you want to delete.

When Is iOS 18 Coming Out?

iOS 18 will be announced at WWDC 2024, taking place in the first or second week of June. It will then be made available to developers for beta testing. The public beta is expected in July 2024, with the full release expected in September. Here are the previous iOS release dates:

• iOS 17: September 17, 2023
• iOS 16: September 12, 2022
• iOS 15: September 20, 2021
• iOS 14: September 16, 2020
• iOS 13: September 19, 2019
• iOS 12: September 17, 2018

iOS 18 is also thought to include the following AI features:

• A revamped version of Siri, powered by a smarter, more advanced language model AI system
• AI integration in the Messages app that can "answer questions and automatically complete sentences"
• New AI features letting Apple Music create "automatically generated playlists"
• The ability to bring generative AI into iWork apps, including Keynote and Pages

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deleting an iPhone Wallpaper

Deleting an iPhone Wallpaper: Can I Get a Deleted Wallpaper Back?

No, it's not possible to recover a wallpaper once it's deleted from your iPhone. Deletion is permanent, so it's important to choose carefully.

Does Deleting a Wallpaper Free Up Storage Space?

Yes, deleted wallpapers free up some storage space. However, since this is usually a small amount, you shouldn't expect a major storage boost.

Can I Delete the Default Wallpapers on an iPhone?

Unfortunately, there's no option to delete the default wallpapers that come with an iPhone. However, you can delete any wallpapers you've added yourself.

Does Deleting a Wallpaper Affect My Notifications?

No, deleting a wallpaper doesn't affect the notifications on your device. A wallpaper is a UI element, and deleting it has no effect on notifications.

What's the Difference Between Changing and Deleting a Wallpaper on iPhone?

Changing a wallpaper means swapping your current wallpaper for a different image. Deleting means fully removing a selected wallpaper.

Deleting a wallpaper is a pretty simple process, but it's always worth being careful. Since a deleted wallpaper can't be recovered, it's important to choose carefully before deleting.