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Apple iPad
Turn Background App Refresh On / Off

2026-10-12 11:39:31.943

Apple iPad
Turn Background App Refresh On / Off

Managing background app refresh on your Apple® iPad® controls how apps update content when not in use. This setting can help save battery life and reduce cellular data usage.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Tap
    General
    .
  3. Tap
    Background App Refresh
     then select one of the following:
    • Off
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi and Cellular Data