Apple pulled the plug on the legacy iWork suite on April 13, 2026. Users searching the Mac App Store or App Store find only the Creator Studio editions of Pages, Keynote and Numbers. The old versions—still free—no longer appear in searches, forcing anyone who hasn’t upgraded to download the new apps instead.

The shift came after Apple rolled out Creator Studio, a subscription tier with extra templates and cloud syncing. Even without a subscription, the updated iWork apps stay free, but they launch a pop‑up when an old version opens, nudging users to delete the 14.5 build and switch to the new edition. The message offers a direct App Store link.

Because the legacy binaries are gone, anyone who relied on the older tools must now adopt the new interface or risk missing updates. Apple’s move consolidates the suite under a single download stream, simplifying support while encouraging the optional Creator Studio subscription. For users who prefer the free experience, the updated apps still function fully without any new cost.

The deletion of the old installers may surprise long‑time iWork users, but the transition is transparent: the new apps retain core features, only adding cloud‑centric workflows. Apple’s decision underscores its focus on a unified ecosystem, ensuring that every macOS or iPadOS device receives the latest security patches and feature set in a single app bundle.