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Say goodbye to sticker overload—here’s how to tidy up.
Stickers are a blast for spicing up your chats, and I totally get how your collection can get out of hand fast! Maybe you’ve had a little too much fun making custom stickers from your favorite photos, or there’s that one sticker pack you grabbed on impulse that just won’t go away. Or maybe you just want a cleaner, simpler sticker drawer. No matter what your sticker story is, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 are here to help you take charge.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through practical steps, share my favorite pro tips, and give you expert insight on deleting, hiding, or managing stickers on your iPhone or iPad—so you can keep things fun, organized, and totally you.
First, let’s get on the same page about what kinds of stickers you might have on your device:
Each type has its own way of being managed or deleted, so let’s dive in.
If you’ve ever created a custom sticker, you might want to clear out the ones you no longer love. Here’s how:
That’s it—your sticker library just got a lot lighter! If you use iCloud, these changes will sync across all your Apple devices.
Want to clean up stickers you see in other apps, like WhatsApp or Instagram? Here’s what to do:
Whether you’ve placed a sticker on a message, a photo, or as a reaction, you can remove it from your view in any conversation—individual or group.
Step-by-step:
Troubleshooting tip: If you can’t find “Sticker Details,” make sure you’re long-pressing on the message bubble or photo, not directly on the sticker. If the menu still doesn’t show up, try closing and reopening the Messages app.
Accessibility: VoiceOver users can get to Sticker Details by moving to the message bubble, doing a long press, and following the same steps.
Note: Removing a sticker this way only hides it for you. Others in the chat will still see it because iMessage shares the original message and sticker with everyone.
Why remove stickers? People often remove stickers if they put one by mistake, want more privacy, or want to clean up a chat before sharing it.
Group chats: Removing a sticker only affects what you see, even in group chats.
While you can’t remove individual stickers from third-party packs, you can remove the whole pack—or just hide it from view.
If you’re just not into stickers, you can turn them off entirely:
Voilà—no more sticker suggestions crowding your keyboard!
Organizing your sticker collection isn’t just about keeping things neat—it can also help you save space on your iPhone and make messaging easier. Here’s how to better manage your stickers:
Most stickers are small, but custom stickers from Live Photos or high-quality images can take up more space. To see which apps or files use the most storage, go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage. If you see messaging or sticker apps using a lot of space, consider deleting some to free up room.
Every few months, check your sticker packs and delete or hide the ones you don’t use. This keeps your app drawer tidy and your device running smoothly.
If you made custom stickers from your photos or Live Photos, think about whether you still need the original pictures. Deleting old photos (after saving your favorites) can give you more space.
Sticker changes are updated on all devices using your iCloud account. Deleting or hiding a sticker pack on one device will update it everywhere, saving you time and keeping things organized.
Custom stickers made from your personal photos are stored in iCloud and can show up on all your devices. Check your custom stickers often and remove any with private or sensitive content, especially if you share devices or accounts.
Most sticker management features work with VoiceOver and other accessibility tools. If you use these, adjust your settings for easier use and let Apple know if you have any problems.
Wrapping Up
Stickers are a fun way to show who you are, but using too many can get messy. With iOS 18, you can easily organize your stickers—delete, hide, or move them around however you like. Whether you want to tidy up or make space for new stickers, you have full control.
Do you have a special sticker story, an accessibility tip, or a feature idea for Apple? Share your thoughts below—I’d love to hear from you and help improve iMessage sticker management.
FAQs
They’re part of your iCloud account, so they sync across all your Apple devices. You won’t see them in the Files app.
No—stickers you’ve already sent will stay put in those chats, even if you delete the pack or remove them from your device.
If it’s from a third-party pack, just reinstall the app from the App Store. Custom stickers will need to be recreated.
Not really, unless you’re a serious sticker collector with tons of third-party apps.
Absolutely! Just toggle them off in the Stickers drawer Edit mode.
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Sajid Shaik is a tech enthusiast who explains complex concepts in a clear and concise way. For the past 7 years, he has been a regular contributor to tech blogs and publications, including MakeUseOf and iGeeksBlog. Sajid also has extensive knowledge of the Apple ecosystem, which he shares with his readers through his words. He has created a wide range of content, such as How-Tos, Reviews, Listicles, and much more. Aside from that, Sajid has a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, which gives him an advantage in better understanding technology at hardware level. Apart from writing, you can find him fiddling with Apple products or keeping up with all things Apple.
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