Install Cydia
Cydia is the most popular third party app store alternative to the official Apple app store.
To install cydia on your iPhone or ipad first you have to complete the jailbreaking process with a selective jailbreak tool.
Most popular question in the jailbreak community is how to select the most suitable , trustworthy and risk free jailbreak tool to complete the jailbreak process and after that how to install cydia with that selective jailbreak method.
According to that, we have done research to find out the most suitable, 100% risk free jailbreak method to install cydia on your iPhone/ iPad. With that research we found the below list of best jailbreak solutions to install cydia with minimum of risk.
If you are using a latest iPhone with the latest iOS version the best cydia installation method is Cydia direct install or if you are in iPhone x or below old iPhone device models you can find the best cydia installation method from Via jailbreak.
Cydia Direct install support tools
TyMax Online jailbreak
TyMax online jailbreak is the most popular upcoming jailbreak tool among iPhone users including iPhone 15. TyMax online jailbreak supports installing cydia after the jailbreaking process is completed. If you upgraded the iPhone to iOS 17.3 / 17.2.1 this is the best solution to get Cydia.
TyMax online Cydia Guide
- Step 01. Download TyMax Online jailbreak from above link.
- Step 02. Open TyMax Online tool.
- Step 03. Tap run jailbreak.
- Step 04. Select a package manager.
- Step 05. Tap continue.
- Step 06. Wait until the jailbreak process is complete. Finally Cydia will be installed.
Checkra1n mirror
Checkra1n mirror is one of the famous jailbreak methods among jailbreak communities. After completing the jailbreaking process with Checkra1n mirror you can install Cydia as the package manager.
Checkra1n mirror cydia guide
- Step 01. Download the Checkra1n mirror from the above link.
- Step 02. Open The Checkra1n mirror jailbreak tool.
- Step 03. Tap the Go button.
- Step 04. Open the CodeGen app and tap the Get the App code.
- Step 05. Copy the code.
- Step 06. Open the Checkra1n Mirror app and paste the code.
- Step 07. Tap run exploit.
- Step 08. Jailbreaking.
- Step 09. Tap the Install Cydia Client.
- Step 10. Tap the Allow button to install Cydia.
Unc0ver Black edition
Unc0ver Black is the best method to install cydia to iOS 17 - iOS 17.2. Unc0ver Black cydia has a black interface filled with an awesome unique collection of themes, tweaks, games and more interesting features.
Unc0ver Black edition Cydia Guide
- Step 01. Download Unc0ver Black from the above link.
- Step 02. Open the app, then tap on the start button
- Step 03. Unc0ver black edition will check your device compatibility before running the jailbreak process. Tap the continue button to go ahead.
- Step 04. If your device is compatible, it offers a Go button. Tap on it.
- Step 05. Once complete the process, it will offer Cydia 2 download button. Install it, finally you can see the Cydia 2 icon on your device home screen.
Dopeem repo extractor
Dopeem is one of the popular repo extractor compatible with iOS 17 and higher versions. You can install cydia from dopeem repo extractor after completing the jailbreaking process.
Dopeem repo extractor cydia guide
- Step 01. Download Dopeem repo extractor from above link.
- Step 02. Install Dopeem Repo Extractor.
- Step 03. Tap Get Repos and copy Repo URL.
- Step 04. Open Dopeem Homepage and Tap Extract Repo.
- Step 05. Paste the repo URL and tap Ok to Extract.
- Step 06. Now you can install Cydia.
Sileem repo extractor
Sileem repo extractor is compatible with iOS 16 and higher versions and now compatible with iOS 17 and higher versions also. You can install Cydia from the sileem repo extractor without any issues.
Sileem repo extractor cydia guide
- Step 01. Download Sileem Repo Extractor from above link.
- Step 02. Open Sileem Repo Extractor.
- Step 03. Get All repo URLs > App app Managers > copy the package link.
- Step 04. Go to Extract Repo > Enter Repo URL > OK > wait until extract repo list.
- Step 05. Click the download button to install Cydia > Check the iOS home screen for Cydia.
Zeon repo extractor
Zeon repo extractor is compatible with all device models and iOS 15 and higher versions. Zeon repo extractor also supports installing Cydia on your iPhone/ iPad with a simple procedure.
Zeon repo extractor cydia guide
- Step 01. Download the Zeon Repo Extractor from the above link.
- Step 02. Open Zeon Repo Extractor.
- Step 03. Tap the “Get Repos”.
- Step 04. Next tap on “App Managers “.
- Step 05. Copy “http://ios.cyrepo.lk”.
- Step 06. Go to Extract Repo > Enter Repo URL > OK > wait until extract the Cydia repo.
- Step 07. Click the download Cydia button to install it > Check the iOS 17 device home screen for Cydia.
Hacksnow jailbreak
Hacksnow semi jailbreak supports installing Cydia or Sileo after completing the jailbreaking process. This semi jailbreak is compatible with iOS 16 and higher versions including iOS 17.
Hacksnow cydia guide
- Step 01. Download Hacksnow semi jailbreak from above link.
- Step 02. Open hacksnow, it will check your device compatibility.
- Step 03. Then tap “Start now”, It will take a few minutes to complete the jailbreak process.
- Step 04. Now tap the “Continue” button.
- Step 05. It will offer Cydia, Cydia 2 and Cydia Black. You need to go ahead with the same installation process, Choose the package manager as you preferred.
Via Jailbreak Untethered / Tethered Jailbreak tools to Download Cydia
In this section we have listed cydia installation methods via jailbreak. You can select your suitable jailbreak method according to the device models and iOS version and then you can complete the jailbreaking process.
After completing the jailbreak process you can install Cydia on your device.
PwnageTool
PwnageTool is developed Only for Mac users. Most important point of pwnageTool is you are allowed to pre-install jailbreak applications so that you don’t have to manually add these applications one by one later.
QuickPwn
QuickPwn jailbreak tool is designed for iPhone 2G jailbreak and compatible with iOS 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.1.0, 2.2.0 and 2.2.1. The special feature of this jailbreak method is QuickPWN can also install cydia and replace the start logo.
redsn0w
Redsnow jailbreak is originally called the QuickPWN tool and also the redsnow tool enhances the compatibility for windows and mac. You can find 0.9.15b3 as the latest version of the redsnow jailbreak tool.
purplera1n & blackra1n
Purplera1n jailbreak tool also developed by “Geohot '' for jailbreak iOS 3.0 to iOS 3.0.1 on specific devices such as iPhone 3GS. Purplera1n exploit , allowing users to gain root access and install unauthorized apps, modifications and tweaks on their iOS devices.
Blackra1n
Blackra1n was a wee-known jailbreak tool developed by Georgr Hotz, commonly known as “ Geohot”. It was mostly used to jailbreak on iOS devices running versions 3.1.2 . Blackrain jailbreak is a tethered jailbreak method that means the device needs to be connected to a computer to boot in a jailbroken state.
limera1n
Limera1n jailbreak archives an untethered jailbreak on various iOS devices by using an unknown bootrom exploit and Comex’s packet filter kernel exploit. Limera1n jailbreak is compatible with iOS 3.2.2 - iOS 4.1 and also compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 , iPod touch 3rd and 4th generation, iPad and Apple TV ( 2nd generation).
Spirit and JailbreakMe
Spirit jailbreak tool is developed by a hacker, named Comex. This is an untethered jailbreak method used to jailbreak various iOS devices and versions. You can install various unauthorized apps, tweaks , games and more interesting features with spirit jailbreak.
Jailbreakme
Jailbreakme is also developed by Comex, and compatible with iOS 4.0 to iOS 4.3.3. JailbreakMe enables users to run a code and achieve the jailbreak without the help of a computer or a software installation.
Greenpois0n
Greenpois0n is a well - known jailbreak tool developed by Chronic Dev Team. it was created to give an untethered jailbreak for a variety of iOS versions and devices.
ultrasn0w
Ultrasn0w jailbreak tool is developed by the iPhone Dev Team. With ultrasn0w jailbreak you can unlock the carrier restrictions on your iPhone. This jailbreak tool is compatible only with iPhone 4 and earlier models.
Absinthe
Absinthe was a popular jailbreak method for iOS devices running iOS 5.0.1 and later. This jailbreak method was developed and introduced by the Chronic team iPhone Dev Team.
evasi0n
Evasion untethered jailbreak is a well- known jailbreak tool developed by Evad3rs for iOS 6.0 to iOS 6.1.2. Evasi0n jailbreak allowed users to jailbreak various iOS devices such as iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
Sn0wbreeze
Sn0wbreeze was a popular jailbreak tool developed by iH8sn0w. It was created for windows and enables users to jailbreak various iOS devices. One of the notable features of Sn0wbreeze jailbreak is the ability to custom firmware files, which could then be used to jailbreak an iOS device.
TaiG
TaiG jailbreak method is developed by a Chinese team known as TaiG jailbreak team. This jailbreak method is compatible with iOS 8 - iOS 8.4. TaiG jailbreak got popular in the jailbreak community because it supports an untethered jailbreak method on iOS devices.
Pangu9
Pangu9 is developed by the pangu team. This jailbreak method is specially designed for iOS 9 - iOS 9.3.3 devices. Pangu9 supports an untethered jailbreak for various iOS devices including iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
Pangu93
The Pangu team has developed the Pangu93 jailbreak tool for iOS 9.3, iOS 9.3.1, iOS 9.3.2 and iOS 9.3.3. This is an untethered jailbreak method which allows customers to bypass Apple restrictions.
yalu+mach_portal and extra_recipe
yalu+mach_portal and extra_recipe jailbreak tool was developed by an independent security researcher, developer in the jailbreak community named Luca Todessco. yalu+mach_portal and extra_recipe jailbreak is a semi - untethered jailbreak method initially published for iOS 10.1.1 and iPhone 7, iPhone 7 plus.
Electra
Electra is a well- known jailbreak tool created by Coolstar. It was designed for iOS devices running iOS 11 to iOS 11.4.x, and it provides a semi untethered jailbreak solution.
Houdini b3
The Houdini b3 jailbreak is an iOS - specific version semi-tethered jailbreak method. It enables users to bypass Apple restrictions , gain root access to the root file system and install unauthorized apps and customizations.
Osiris Jailbreak
Osiris jailbreak is developed by GeoSn0w and compatible with iOS 12 up to iOS 12.1.2. But still Osiris jailbreak is only available for developers and also it is an uncompleted iOS 12 jailbreak method.
unc0ver
Unc0ver is a well- known jailbreaking tool for iOS. Unc0ver jailbreak tool is developed by a developer team named Pwn20wnd. Unc0ver jailbreak allows users to jailbreak various iOS versions and allows them to install unauthorized apps, games, tweaks and modifications that are not available through the official App store.
Check ra1n
Checkra1n is a well- known semi- tethered jailbreak tool created specially for certain ioS devices. Unlike many other jailbreak tools checkra1n uses a hardware based exploit known as “ checkm8” , which takes advantage of an issue in the boot code of various Apple devices.
Fugu15
Fugu 15 is a perma-singed jailbreak method that works with specific arm64e devices running iOS 15 - iOS 15.4.1. This is a developer focused jailbreak method with no tweak injection and a new installation method that reminded many of us of the JailbreakMe era. The Fugu 15 semi - untethered jailbreak uses the Procursus bootstrap along with Sileo package manager.
Dopamine
Dopamine is a semi - untethered perma-signed jailbreak tool for iOS 15 - iOS 15.4.1. This is an expanded version of Fugu 15 jailbreak. Dopamine jailbreak supports installing common package managers like Sileo and Zebra.
Phoenix Jailbreak
Phoenix jailbreak tool is compatible with iOS 9.3.5 running devices. This jailbreak tool was developed by a group of developers named “ thimstar” and “siguza”.
Jailbreak tool compatibility
Unc0ver Black Edition
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2 , iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1 , iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2 (iPhone 15 device models), iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17 , iOS 16.7.2, iOS 16.7.1, iOS 16.7 RC, iOS 16.6.1, iOS 16.6, iOS 16.5 , iOS 16.4.1, iOS 16.4 , iOS 16.3.1, iOS 16.3 , iOS 16.2, iOS 16.1.1, iOS 16.1, iOS 16.0.3, iOS 16.0.2, iOS 16.0.1, iOS 16
Compatible devices - iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 pro max, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone SE
TyMax Online jailbreak
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2, iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17
Compatible devices - iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
Dopeem Repo Extractor
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2 , iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17
Compatible devices - iPhone 15 Pro ,iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max / iPhone 15 & iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 14 & 14 Plus / iPhone 13 & 13 Mini / iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max / iPhone SE (3rd generation) /iPad mini (6th generation) , iPad (10th generation) / iPad Air (4th generation) / iPhone 12 & 12 Mini / iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11 / iPhone 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max / iPhone SE (2nd generation) / iPad (9th generation) , iPhone XS & XS Max / iPhone XR / iPad Mini (5th generation) / iPad Air (3rd generation) / iPad (8th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) / iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) / iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
Checkra1n mirror Jailbreak
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2 , iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17
Compatible devices - iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone SE, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE (gen 2), iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone SE
Sileem repo extractor
Compatible versions - iOS16, iOS16.0.1, iOS16.0.2, iOS16.0.3, iOS16.1, iOS16.1.1, iOS16.1.2 and iOS16.2, iOS16.3, iOS16.3.1, iOS16.4 ,iOS 16.5, iOS 16.6, iOS 16.6.1, iOS 16.7 RC, iOS 16.7.1, iOS 16.7.2, iOS 17, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.2 , iOS 17.3 beta
Compatible devices - iPhone 15 , iPhone 15 plus, iPhone 15 pro, iPhone 15 pro max , iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max ,iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro MaxiPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone XS , iPhone XS Max, iPhone X , iPhone 8 / 8 Plus, iPhone 7 / 7 Plus
Zeon Repo Extractor
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2, iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17 , iOS 16.7.2, iOS 16.7.1 iOS 16.7RC, iOS 16.6.1, iOS 16.6, iOS 16.5, iOS 16.4.1, iOS 16.4, iOS 16.3.1, iOS 16.3, iOS 16.2, iOS 16.1.1, iOS 16.1, iOS 16.0.3, iOS 16.0.2, iOS 16.0.1, iOS 16
Compatible devices - Zeon is compatible with all device models.
Hacksnow jailbreak
Compatible versions - iOS 17.3 beta, iOS 17.2 , iOS 17.1.1, iOS 17.1.2, iOS 17.1, iOS 17.0.3, iOS 17.0.2, iOS 17.0.1, iOS 17, iOS 16.7.2, iOS 16.7.1, iOS 16.7, iOS 16.6, iOS 16.5, iOS 16.4.1, iOS 16.4, iOS 16.3.1, iOS 16.3, iOS 16.2, iOS 16.1.1, iOS 16.1, iOS 16.0.3, iOS 16.0.2, iOS 16.0.1, iOS 16.6, iOS 16.6.1
Compatible devices - iPhone 15, iPhone 15 plus, iPhone 15 pro, iPhone 15 pro max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone XS , iPhone XS Max, iPhone X, iPhone 8 / 8 Plus
FAQ
- Question - Is cydia download automatically after completing the jailbreaking process?
Answer - Yes, After completing the jailbreak process with a selective jailbreak tool fist you have to complete the jailbreak process after that you can select on “ cydia download” or some jailbreak tools install cydia automatically. - Question - How to install Cydia with minimum risk?
Answer - According to our jailbreak cydia updates, we can recommend online jailbreak methods that are most safe to install cydia. The reason is online jailbreak methods are safe to install and uninstall, easy process in jailbreaking, no harm effects on your device. - Question - Is jailbreak Cydia will void my device warranty?
Answer - Actually no. jailbreak cydia will not have any harmful effects to your device. You can install and uninstall cydia without facing any issues. - Question - what is silzee cydia?
Answer - There is no cydia version as silzee cydia. You can find all the required information from the silzee cydia page. - Question - What is cydia lite?
Answer - Official cydia developed by Jay Freeman is not still upgraded for new iOS versions. Because of that many jailbreak solutions support an upgraded version of Cydia as Cydia lite. - Question - What is cydia demo?
Answer - Cydia demo is a version that users can experience cydia without jailbreaking. - Question - What are the differences between Cydia iOS and Cydia iphone?
Answer - Both Cydia iOS , Cydia iPhone are the same. But Cydia installation methods are different according to the iOS version and device compatibility. - Question - What is a cydia installer?
Answer - Cydia installer is an iOS package manager created for users to discover and install software packages on jailbroken iOS devices. - Question - What is the Cydia installer repo?
Answer - A cydia installer repository ( also known as repo), is a collection of packages, tweaks ,themes and applications that can be accessed and installed on a jailbroken iOS device using the cydia installer. - Question - Can I get cydia iOS 17.2, cydia iOS 17.1.1, Cydia iOS 17.1, cydia iOS 17.0.1, Cydia iOS 17..0.2 and cydia iOS 17.0.3 ?
Answer - Yes. you can install cydia for iOS 17 and higher versions using above cydia direct install methods or you can visit cydia for iOS 17 - 17.2 page for more information. - Question - Is cydia full version available for iOS 17?
Answer - No, still cydia full download version has not upgraded for iOS 17. Until cydia upgrade for iOS 17 , you can get Cydia lite from above jailbreak methods. - Question - Is cydia free?
Answer - yes , cydia is free. - Question - Can I install cydia online?
Answer - Yes, You can install cydia online using an online jailbreak method according to your iOS version and device compatibility. - Question - what is cydia iPA?
Answer - Cydia iPA is the installation file format applied by the cydia installer. An iPA file is an iOS app zip file that contains the information within and structure of an iOS app. These files are similar to the APK files that are used for android apps. - Question - what is Cydia sideload?
Answer - cydia sideloading is the practice of putting apps, tweaks or modifications on to an iOS device using cydia. - Question - is cydia a “ Cydia store”?
Answer - cydia is not a regular store in a classic sense. It is a package manager only available on jailbroken iOS devices. - Question - what is untethered cydia and tethered cydia?
Answer - Untethered cydia - An untethered cydia jailbreak enables a device to boot up without the need for external support. When the jailbreak is finished , the device can be turned on and off as usual, and cydia will continue to work without reapplying the jailbreak every time the device restarts. Tethered Cydia - Tethered cydia jailbreak , on the other hand requires connecting the device to a computer and using a specific jailbreak method to boot up every time the device is restarted.