Accidentally deleted mail icon on iphone

Don't worry! Deleting the Mail icon on your iPhone can be frustrating, but it's not the end of the world. Here are a few ways to recover or restore the Mail icon:

  1. Check the Home Screen: Sometimes, the Mail icon might be hiding behind another app or icon. Try rearranging your Home Screen to see if the Mail icon is hiding behind another app.
  2. Swipe Left: Swipe left on the Home Screen to access the "Edit" mode. In this mode, you can move apps around, including the Mail icon. If you see the Mail icon, you can move it back to its original position.
  3. Check the "Utilities" Folder: If you have an iPhone with iOS 14 or later, you might find the Mail icon in the "Utilities" folder. To access the Utilities folder, follow these steps:
    • Open the Home Screen.
    • Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the "Search" bar.
    • Type "Utilities" in the search bar.
    • Tap on the "Utilities" folder.
    • Look for the Mail icon and drag it back to the Home Screen.
  4. Restore from a Backup: If you have a backup of your iPhone, you can restore the Mail icon from the backup. To do this:
    • Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
    • Tap on "Restore Backup" and select the backup that contains the Mail icon.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to restore your iPhone.
  5. Reinstall the Mail App: If none of the above methods work, you can try reinstalling the Mail app. To do this:
    • Go to the App Store.
    • Search for "Mail" and tap on the "Get" button.
    • Tap on "Install" to reinstall the Mail app.
    • Wait for the app to download and install.
    • Once installed, the Mail icon should appear on your Home Screen.

If none of these methods work, you can try contacting Apple Support for further assistance.