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Will I lose everything if I uninstall a game and reinstall it PS4?

There are multiple ways to free up storage when installing a new game. If you would like to install the game to the PS4™ console storage, you may need to delete some applications. Don't worry, you won't lose access to any deleted games — you can redownload the application from your Library whenever you like.
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Does uninstalling games delete all files?

Uninstall is removing a program and its associated files from a computer hard drive. The uninstall feature differs from the delete function in that it safely and efficiently removes all associated files, whereas delete only removes part of a program or selected file.
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How do I recover uninstalled games on PS4?

Can you recover deleted saved games?
  1. Choose Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in Online Storage.
  2. Go for Download to System Storage and select what you want to restore from your online backups.
  3. Select Download to bring your data back.
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What happens if you delete a paid game on PS4?

Yes, it removes both the game and any downloaded updates but not any saved game data.
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Can you get back deleted saved data on PS4?

Go to Settings > System > Back Up and Restore. Insert the USB drive that contains the backup into your PS4 console. Select Restore PS4. Select the backup file you'd like to restore.
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How to REINSTALL GAMES on PS4 After deleting them (Redownload Games)

How do I get my old game data back?

Some games autosave your progress when you're signed in with Google Play Games Mobile App. If your game autosaves, you can sync your game data and pick up where you left off. If you get a new Android phone, to restore game progress, sign in to the same account you used before.
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Does PS4 data automatically save to cloud?

The data for any PS4 games you select will be automatically saved to your Online Storage cloud whenever your computer is turned on or in rest mode.
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What happens if you uninstall a paid game?

Your saved items and progress will all be lost, so make sure you actually want to delete the game. If you decide that you'd like to play the game again after removing it, you'll need to install it again. Your new game will default back to its original settings.
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Do you have to pay for a game again if you delete it?

Generally, no, you won't have to pay for it again later.
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Can I redownload a game I paid for on PS4?

On PlayStation App select Game Library > Purchased. Select the game you want to download from your purchased list and select Download. Select which linked PS5 console or PS4 console you would like to download to.
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Can I recover a game I uninstalled?

Tap on the app you want to reinstall

Locate your lost app and tap it. This will open the app's Play Store page where it can be reinstalled normally.
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Where are PS4 save files stored?

Each user can manage saved data in PS4™ system storage. Select (Settings) > [Application Saved Data Management] > [Saved Data in System Storage].
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How do I get games I uninstalled?

To uninstall and reinstall:
  1. Open the Google Play Store app.
  2. Swipe across the screen from left to right (or tap the Menu icon) to open the Store home menu.
  3. Tap My apps.
  4. From the list, tap the game.
  5. Select Uninstall.
  6. After the app uninstalls, please select Install to download it again.
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Is it bad to uninstall and reinstall games?

Simple answer is no. Although it might harm your data consumption😅. I don't even remember how many times I've uninstalled and reinstalled apps ,but my phone is as fine as it ever is.
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Can you uninstall a game and reinstall it?

Fortunately, you can easily uninstall games you're no longer playing. And don't worry, you can always reinstall games later if you want to play them again.
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Does uninstalling and reinstalling a game help?

So deleting the game and reinstalling it gets rid of faulty programming/data.
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If you look at the game as 3 pieces you will see why.
  1. The application itself. This is often not the problem, but it can at times be the wrong version or get screwed up from changes in the game. ...
  2. Game update files. ...
  3. Game data/cache.
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Can you redownload a paid game for free if you delete it on PS4?

Don't worry, you won't lose access to any deleted games — you can redownload the application from your Library whenever you like.
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How long do ps4 cloud saves last?

Your game save file will be on their server for 6 months, no matter if you canceled subscription, or expired.
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Does transferring ps4 data delete data?

When you transfer data, all data saved on your new PS4™ system is deleted. This process cannot be undone, so be sure to back up the data to a USB storage device and sync your trophies with PlayStation™Network servers in advance. For details, see “Back Up and Restore”.
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Can I uninstall game and keep save data?

Deleting software data will not impact your save data.
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Why did all my PS4 games disappear?

A very common cause is a loss of communication with the server or a bad Internet connection. Imagine this situation: you accessed your PS4 in the console, on which you have not played for a long time. And suddenly, it is empty; all game data is missing.
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How do I get all my games back?

If you can't find a game you recently played, you might have downloaded it with another account.
  1. Open the Play Games app .
  2. At the bottom, tap Profile.
  3. Tap your email address.
  4. Choose another account. ...
  5. Your recently played games will show.
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What happens if you Uninstall an app and then reinstall it?

Yes, on Android devices “uninstall” is the same thing as “delete". When you remove an app you purchased, you can still reinstall it without having to pay again. However, deleting apps on Android won't always delete all of the app's files and associated data.
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Will deleting an app delete my progress?

Although all game data is stored on their servers, it does save account information somewhere on your phone, which will remain even after the app has been uninstalled.
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