Yes, the app can be deleted, Martin. I'll provide more details about this below.
To begin with, the QuickBooks Online (QBO) mobile application can take up a significant amount of storage space, depending on usage and the cached data or locally stored files that build up over time. Although QBO is cloud-based, it saves information locally to improve performance, contributing to considerable storage consumption.
Also, app updates can further increase storage, as new content is downloaded and old data is retained until manually cleared.
Additionally, it's important to note that if you delete the mobile app, you'll lose quick and easy access to your financial information on your device. You'll have to access your account through the mobile/web browser instead, and any data stored locally on your device could be lost.
Rather than completely deleting the application, you can clear excessive cache files in the app to free up storage space. Here's how:
For Android
- Open your device Settings.
- Select Apps.
- Choose the QuickBooks app from the list, then click Storage.
- Select clear data.
For iOS
- Go to Settings, then click General.
- Tap iPhone Storage, then the QuickBooks Online app.
- Select Offload App.
Alternatively, you can uninstall and reinstall the app, but you'll need to log in again and reconfigure some settings. Since QBO is cloud-based, your core financial data and transactions remain safe.
Finally, I'll share these resources to help you redownload the mobile app and compare features:
If you have other questions about managing the QBO app, comment below. We'll always be around to provide assistance.
