How to Download Facetime

Last Updated: January 7, 2021

This wikiHow teaches you how to download the Facetime app to your iPhone, iPad, or macOS computer. The recent OS versions have it pre-installed, but should you need to download it again, you can do so for free at the App Store.

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

macOS

1
Open the App Store on your Mac. It’s the blue circle with a white “A” inside. You’ll usually find it on the Dock.
2
Type facetime into the search bar. It’s at the top-right corner of the App Store.

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3
Click Facetime. This opens the Facetime page on the App Store.
4
Click Get. It’s right below the app’s icon.
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Click Install app. Facetime will now download and install to your Mac. Once the download is complete, an “Open” button will appear. You can click that button to launch Facetime.

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

iPhone and iPad

1
Open the App Store
on your iPhone or iPad. You’ll usually find it on the home screen.
- If you’re using iOS 5 or higher, Facetime should already be installed.
2
Tap the magnifying glass icon. It’s at the bottom of the screen.
3
Type facetime into the search bar. It’s at the top of the screen. A list of matching search results will appear.
4
Tap Facetime. It’s the green icon with a white video camera inside. This opens the Facetime page on the App Store.
5
Tap Get. It’s next to the app’s name.
6
Enter your security code or Touch ID. Once verified, Facetime will install on your phone or tablet.