Managing your news sources on the iPhone News app allows you to customize your feed and remove unwanted or irrelevant sources. Whether you want to declutter your news feed or stop receiving updates from a specific publisher, deleting a source is a straightforward process. Before starting, ensure your iPhone is updated to the latest iOS version for optimal compatibility and smooth operation. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to remove a news source from the News app, along with tips, common mistakes, troubleshooting advice, and frequently asked questions to help you master the process.
What You’ll Need
- An iPhone with iOS 14 or later (recommended for best features)
- The News app installed and set up on your device
- Active internet connection for updates and changes
Step-by-Step
- Open the News app on your iPhone by tapping its icon from the home screen.
- Navigate to the ‘Following’ tab at the bottom of the screen. This section contains your personalized sources and topics.
- In the ‘Following’ section, locate the source you want to delete. You can scroll through your list or use the search bar at the top to find it quickly.
- Tap on the source’s name or icon to open its dedicated page or article feed.
- On the source’s page, look for the ‘Following’ button or icon, usually represented by a checkmark or a star. Tap on it to unfollow or remove the source.
- If the source does not have a direct ‘Unfollow’ button, go back to the ‘Following’ list. Swipe left on the source’s name or icon, then tap ‘Unfollow’ or ‘Remove.’
- Confirm your action if prompted, ensuring the source is successfully removed from your list.
- Return to the main feed or the ‘Following’ tab to verify that the source no longer appears.
Common Mistakes
- Trying to delete a source from the main news feed instead of the ‘Following’ section. Remember, sources are managed in ‘Following.’
- Not updating the News app after making changes, which may cause the source to still appear temporarily.
- Confusing deleting articles with deleting sources. Removing a source only affects the publisher, not individual articles already saved or read.
- Attempting to delete a source that is part of a curated topic or collection, which may have restrictions.
Tips
- Use the search feature within the ‘Following’ tab to quickly locate specific sources, especially if you follow many.
- Regularly review your followed sources to keep your news feed relevant and clutter-free.
- Unfollow sources that no longer interest you or that provide duplicate content.
- For a more streamlined experience, consider creating custom topics instead of following multiple sources.
Troubleshooting
If you’re unable to delete a source from the News app, try these solutions:
- Ensure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. Go to Settings > General > Software Update and install any available updates.
- Force close the News app and reopen it. To do this, swipe up from the bottom (or double-click the Home button on older models) to access the app switcher, then swipe the News app off the screen.
- Restart your iPhone to resolve temporary glitches that might prevent changes from saving.
- Check your internet connection. A weak or unstable connection might interfere with updating your source list.
- If the problem persists, try deleting and reinstalling the News app from the App Store.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a source from the News app on iPhone?
Yes, you can unfollow or remove sources you no longer want to see in your feed by managing your ‘Following’ list.
Will deleting a source delete all articles from that source?
No, removing a source only stops updates from that publisher. Existing articles in your library remain unless manually deleted.
Can I delete multiple sources at once?
No, the app requires you to remove sources individually through the ‘Following’ list.
Does deleting a source affect my subscriptions or Apple News+?
No, it only affects your personal followed sources in the News app; subscriptions are managed separately.
What should I do if I accidentally delete a source I wanted to keep?
Go back to the ‘Following’ tab, search for the source, and follow it again to restore updates.
Is it possible to block sources instead of deleting them?
Currently, the News app does not support blocking sources; unfollowing is the primary method to stop receiving their updates.
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