On an iPhone, downloaded files are mostly found in the Files app, which acts as the file manager. Here's how you can locate downloads:
- Open the Files app (blue folder icon). If you don't see it on your Home screen, swipe down and search for "Files."
- Tap the Browse tab at the bottom.
- Look for the Downloads folder either under:
- On My iPhone (files stored on the device), or
- iCloud Drive (if your downloads are saved in iCloud)
- Tap the Downloads folder to see your downloaded files.
For downloads from Safari specifically:
- Safari usually saves files in the Downloads folder under "On My iPhone" in the Files app.
- Alternatively, Safari settings allow changing the download location between iCloud Drive or On My iPhone at: Settings > Safari > Downloads.
Other downloaded media:
- Photos downloaded from the web appear directly in the Photos app.
- Music downloads can be found in the Music app under Library > Downloaded.
You can also search within the Files app to find a specific downloaded file by name if you have trouble locating it. In summary, the Files app’s Downloads folder is the central location to find most downloaded files on an iPhone, with variations depending on app and storage settings.
