Cydia Install

How to install Cydia?

We listed here all Jailbreak tools, and it's compatible. So click on the compatible jailbreak tool according to your iOS Device and running the iOS/iPadOS version.

• Checkra1n Jailbreak - iOS 12 to iOS/iPadOS 14.8
• Uncover Jailbreak - iOS 11 to iOS/iPadOS 14.3
• Taurine Jailbreak - iOS/iPadOS 14 to iOS/iPadOS 14.3
• Chimera Jailbreak - iOS 12 - iOS 12.4.9
• Electra jailbreak - iOS 11 to iOS 11.4.1
• Phoenix Jailbreak - iOS 9.3.5
• Rootless Jailbreak - iOS 12 - iOS 12.4.8
• Meridian Jailbreak - iOS 10 to iOS 10.3.3
• DoubleH3lix Jailbreak - iOS 10 to iOS 10.3.3
• G0blin jailbreak - 10.3 - iOS 10.3.3
• Saigon Jailbreak - iOS 10.2.1
• Yalu Jailbreak - iOS 10.0.1 to iOS 10.2
• Home Depot jailbreak - iOS 9.3.4 to iOS 9.1
• Daibutsu Jailbreak - iOS 8.4.1

Install Cydia Without PC

Most of the latest Jailbreak tools support to Install Cydia Without Computer . Unc0ver Jailbreak tool is the most famous Jailbreak tool that supports Online. Click the following link to get all details about Jailbreak without a PC.

Install Cydia Without Jailbreak ( iOS 12 to iOS/iPadOS 15 )

Please Note - This is only the Demo ( Lite ) version, and you can install it without Jailbreak your Device. You cannot get full features from this demo version. Also, this is without PC ( No Computer) install method and no need to use PC support ( Like Checkra1n / AltStore )

Make sure to open this page from Mobile Safari to install.

Cydia Install iOS/iPadOS 15 Beta

Still no full Jailbreak for iOS/iPadOS 15. But 15 users can install the demo version of Cydia without jailbreaking the device.

If you want to upgrade your Devices to the latest iOS 15 version, you can install the iOS/iPadOS 15 beta profile from here.

Checkra1n Jailbreak Guide - iOS 12 to iOS/iPadOS 14.8

Checkra1n Jailbreak supports iOS 12 to iOS 14.8 running A9/A9x/A10/A10x/A11 Devices.

Uncover Jailbreak Guide- iOS 11 to iOS/iPadOS 14.3

Unc0ver Jailbreak dropped version 6.0.0 for iOS 11 to iOS 14.3 , running every iPhone / iPad and iPod Touch Devices.

Rootless Jailbreak Guide iOS 12 - iOS 12.4.8

Rootless Jailbreak supports iOS 12 to iOS 12.4.8 versions running A7 to A11 Devices.. But Rootless Jailbrak does not install Cydia after completing the Jailbreak process. So you have to install Jailbreak apps through Filza File manager. Unc0ver Just updated for iOS 12.4.8

Chimera Jailbreak Guide - iOS 12 - 12.2 and 12.4

Chimera Jailbreak tool supports iOS 12 to 12.2 and 12.4 versions. Sileo is the default app manager for Chimera tool. But still, Chimera users can install Cydia from the Sileo Package manager.

Electra Jailbreak Guide iOS 11 to iOS 11.4.1

Electra Jailbreak tool supports iOS 11.4.1 to iOS 11. Follow below Jailbreak instructions.

Meridian Jailbreak Guide - iOS 10 to iOS 10.3.3

Meridian is a Semi-untethered Jailbreak tool that supports A7 to A10X 64-bit running Devices. Meridian tool also has Pc and Without Computer methods. Without a PC is the easiest way to run the Meridian jailbreak tool

DoubleH3lix Jailbreak Guide - iOS 10 to iOS 10.3.3

DoubleH3lix Jailbreak fully compatible with iOS 10 to iOS 10.3.3 running 64-Bit Devices. Well known Siguza and Tihmstar are the developers of this tool.

G0blin jailbreak Guide - iOS 10.3 - iOS 10.3.3

G0blin jailbreak tool also supports iOS 10.3 - iOS 10.3.3 running 64-Bit Devices. G0blin Jailbreak online method currently revoked. But still, you can install the G0blin Jailbreak tool from the AltStore method.

Saigon Jailbreak Guide - iOS 10.2.1

Saigon tool only supports iOS 10.2.1 running iPhone 6s,iPhone 6s Plus ,iPhone 6 ,iPhone 6 Plus ,iPhone SE ,iPad Mini 4 ,iPad Air 2 Devices. Saigon online tool currently revoked. So recommended using the AltStore method to install the Saigon tool.

Yalu Jailbreak Guide - iOS 10.0.1 to iOS 10.2

Luca Todesco is the developer of Yalu Jailbreak. Yalu jailbreak is also known as Mach Portal Jailbreak. Yalu Tool supports iOS 10.2 – iOS 10.0.1 running Devices.

Phonix jailbreak Guide - iOS 9.3.6 - iOS 9.3.5

Phonix jailbreak IPA now not available on the official website. It is blocked by Google because of detecting malware attacks.

Home Depot jailbreak Guide - iOS 9.3.4 to iOS 9.1

Home Depot jailbreak released for 32-bit iOS 9.1 to iOS 9.3.4 running iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch Devices.

Pangu8 Jailbreak Guide - iOS 9.3.3 to iOS 9.2

Pangu8 untethered Jailbreak tool supports iOS 9.2 - 9.3.3 running 64-bit Devices.

Daibutsu Jailbreak Guide - iOS 8.4.1

SakuRα Development team released an untethered Daibutsu jailbreak tool for iOS 8.4.1 version. Unfortunately, the Daibutsu tool only works iOS 8.4.1 running 32-bit Devices. Here is the complete list of support for Daibutsu.

Taig jailbreak Guide - iOS 8.4 to iOS 8

Taig untethered jailbreak released for iOS 8 to iOS 8.4 running iPhone,iPad and iPod Touch Devices. Taig Supports both Windows and Mac.

PP Jailbreak Guide - 8.4 - 8.1.3 / iOS 9.3.3 - iOS 9.2 and iOS 10.2 - iOS 10

iOS 8.4 - 8.1.3 / iOS 9.3.3 - iOS 9.2 and iOS 10.2 - iOS 10 running iPhone,iPad Devices are supported for PP Jailbreak.

Pangu8 jailbreak Guide - iOS 8 to iOS 8.1

Pangu8 jailbreak tool currently offline. You cannot download the Pangu8 jailbreak tool from the official website. So do not visit pangu8 jailbreak site.

Pangu7 Jailbreak Guide - iOS 7.1, iOS 7.1.1 and iOS 7.1.2

iOS 7.1, iOS 7.1.1 and iOS 7.1.2 running iPhone , iPad Devices fully compatible for Pangu7 Jailbreak tool. Pangu7 Jailbreak website also blocked by Google. So do not visit to Pangu7 website and stay away from it.

Evasi0n7 Jailbreak Guide - iOS 7.0 to iOS 7.0.6

iOS 7.0 to iOS 7.0.6 running iPhone and iPad Devices support for Evasi0n7 tool. Follow below Evasi0n7 jailbreak guide.

P0sixspwn Jailbreak Guide - iOS 6.1.3

iOS 6.1.3 running iPhone and iPad are supported for P0sixspwn Jailbreak.

Absinthe Jailbreak Guide - iOS 5 to iOS 5.0.1

iOS 5 to iOS 5.0.1 running iPhone, iPad Devices support for Absinthe Jailbreak tool.

How Cydia works?

As mentioned above, Cydia is only for Jailbroken Devices. Therefore, you cannot install it from any method except Jailbreak. But non jailbroken users still can see how it Works from above.

What Cydia can do?

Once installed Cydia, you can install Apple restricted applications and install applications that are not available in Apple App Store.
Usually, iOS / iPadOS users cannot customize the Devices as they want. Like Home Screen customize / Add Custom ringtone / Change theme / Font Change / Location spoofer / Carrier unlock / iPhone iCloud unlock / iCloud Bypass and etc.
So Cydia is a must-have application if you want to change your Device to the next level.

How to remove Cydia?

Cydia Can be removed anytime with few methods. Follow the below method to remove.

iOS Upgrade method - Once updated to the latest iOS version. Cydia will erase from your Device. Also, it will lose the re-jailbreak ability.

Unc0ver Restore RootFS method - Cydia will erase from your Device but will not lose re-jailbreak ability.

Checkra1n Restore System - Cydia will erase from your Device but will not lose re-jailbreak ability.

iTunes restore option. Connect your Device to iTunes installed PC ( Windows / Mac ) Then tap Restore.

Cydia for Android

No, you cannot Download Cydia for Android or Windows Phones. So please do not waste your time searching install guides for Android or Windows Phones.

Cydia for Apple Watch ( iWatch )

As you know, Cydia for only jailbroken Devices. But no untethered / Tethered or Semi Tethered jailbreak method available for Apple Watch (iWatch) Devices. But once any compatible Jailbreak is released for the Apple watch, you could install Jailbreak support Third party app store for Apple Watch.

Cydia for Apple TV

Most of the latest jailbreak tools like Checkra1n / Unc0ver / Chimera tools support Jailbreak on your Apple TV's. But Cydia is not a Default media manager for Jailbroken Apple TV's. Only you can install apps like Kodi / nitoTV.

Where are Cydia apps located?

All Apps/Tweak/Widgets/Fonts/RigTones are located in Cydia Repos ( Sources ). Once install Cydia first time, it will install along with few Repos ( Default Repos ).

How to add Cydia Repos?

Jailbroken users can add Cydia repos in two ways.
The first method is clicking Silzee Repos Direct install. You must open this page from Cydia Installed iPhone / iPad and iPod Touch Mobile Safari and tap below the Cydia repos button.
Also, you can add those repos to Sileo / Installer and Zebra package managers.
The second method is by Adding repos URL. Therefore, you must open Cydia > Tap Source > Tap Edit > Tap Add > Add Source > Enter Repo URL.
You can check how to Add Sources by Adding a URL from the below Demo.
Enter > Copy and paste below source URL to Add Source.
https://repo.packix.com/

How to remove Cydia Repo

Users can remove / Delete the repo anytime. Tap any source which you want to delete. Then swipe to the left. Then you will have an option to delete the Source.

Trusted ( Safe ) Cydia Repos list

Tap the buttons from Cydia installed Device ( Make sure to open this page from Mobile Safari )

Install Apps / Tweaks Without Cydia

As I said above, Cydia is a third-party application manager for Jailbroken Devices. But Jailbroken users still can install applications / Tweaks, etc., without installing the Cydia application.
Therefore, you should install the Filza file manager on your jailbroken Device. Then Download deb files and Copy and paste deb files to the filza File manager.
You can get most latest Cydia deb files from here.

Popular Tweaks ( iOS 14.8 - iOS 11 ) FREE

Apple default does not allow device modification, but once you jailbreak, you can remove this restriction. After then you can get countless Jailbreak tweaks and apps to customize your device as you wish. Tap the below link to get the most popular Jailbreak tweaks and apps.

Best Jailbreak Tweak List - Install links.

Best Jailbreak Tweak List - Video

Popular Themes Sn0wBaord ( iOS 14.8 - iOS 11 )

Adding themes is the best part of jailbreaking. So once you install Cydia, you can access thousands of colorful and fantastic themes.

How to Install Themes - Winterboard written guide

Best Cydia Themes - Video

Are Cydia apps safe?

The simple answer is yes. But we not recommended installing crack repos. Most crack ( Pirate ) repos content malware files and hack contents. So installing Cydia Jailbreak apps from crack apps is unsafe.
Sometimes these unsafe applications will brick your iOS Device. So you cannot whether Cydia apps are safe or unsafe manually, but Silzee Can do it for you.
Silzee team developed a Scam finder tool, and you can check whether repos content malware or not from the Silzee Scam finder tool.

Are Cydia apps free?

Jailbreak and install Cydia always free. Also, most apps are free, and some of them not. Here is the most popular Paid Tweak list.

• CarBridge ( CarPlay Tweak ) - Install CarBridge
• Complications - watchOS widgets on lock screen > Install Complications
• Prysm - Customize Control Center > Install Prysm
• BioProtect XS - Protect apps with Touch/Face ID > Install BioProtect XS
• CallBar XS - incoming calls interrupt bypass > Install CallBar XS
• PullOver Pro - Multitask Tweak > Install PullOver Pro
• PortraitXI - portrait mode for older Devices - Install PortraitXI

Update installed Packages

You can update installed packages directly from Cydia. Go to Cydia and tap the installed option and then tap the upgrade option ( Right upper corner ). Make sure to connect your Device to the internet connection.

Tweak Reinstall / Remove / Downgrade

You can Reinstall / Remove or downgrade installed tweak / Theme or app anytime. Just Tap any app which you want to downgrade and tap it. Then tap modify option. Now you can see Reinstall / Remove / Downgrade options.

Remove more iOS/iPadOS restrictions from Cydia

Except for install Tweaks / Apps from Cydia, you can use it for removing more restrictions like -

• Hack Game content - You can hack game coins / Bypass levels
• Bypass Apple in-app purchase
• Unlock SIM / Unlock carrier
• Unlock iPhone / Factory Unlock
• iCloud Remove / iCloud Bypass

Cydia Substrate

Cydia Substrate is formally known as a MobileSubstrate, and that helped to Tweak injection. Substrate has three major versions: MobileHooker, MobileLoader, and safe mode. Get the latest Substrate update from here.

Cydia Impactor

Cydia Impactor is a tool for sideloading IPA files. Jailbreak is not necessary for import IPA files from Impcator tool. Currently, Cydia Impactor is not updated for the latest iOS version. But latest iOS users can use Cydia impactor alternatives from below.

Cydia Eraser

Cydia Eraser is also known as a Cydia Impactor. You can remove Cydia from the Cydia Eraser tool without removing the re-jailbreak ability.

What is Cydia Extender

Cydia Extender is an on-device utility to renew applications and also basically Cydia Impactor on your device. Unfortunately, Apple is usually not allowing to sign applications.
Extender only works with Jailbroken iPhone, and no need to use an Apple Developer account.

Please Note - This package renamed Extender: Reload.

Install below repo to install Extender: Reload.

http://repo.incendo.ws/

Cydia Alternatives

There are so many alternatives to Cydia. Sileo is the perfect alternative for it.

Sileo

Sileo is the default third-party app manager for Chimera and Electra Jailbreak. Sileo is the perfect alternative for the Cydia app manager.

Installer5

AppTapp Team is the Developer of Installer5 Cydia alternative. At this time, Installer5 is fully compatible with iOS 10 to iOS 13 versions. When compared with other package managers, Installer5 has more features. You can install Installer5 for your jailbroken Devices, add below repo URL.

https://apptapp.me/repo

Zebra

The modern and powerful Package manager for jailbroken iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Devices. Currently, Zebra is fully compatible with iOS 8 to iOS 13 jailbroken devices. You can add it to your Device as a Cydia replacement through their official repo. Just add the below Source to your Source list and add.

https://getzbra.com/repo/

Which is better: Cydia or sileo?

Sileo is a default app manager for Taurine Jailbreak / Odyssey Jailbreak / Electra jailbreak.
You can get full Cydia / Sileo comparison from the below video

Cydia Alternatives ( Tweaked App Stores )

Many Tweaked app stores are available for the latest iOS versions, such as TuTuBox,TweakBox, AppValley, Appcake, CokerNutx. These applications do not require a jailbreak to install. You can install the most popular app, Tweaked app,++ applications, and Modified Games app from these tweaked app stores.

Cydia Scam

Many scam methods available for download Cydia at the moment. App hacks.co/Cydia is the world-famous scam method. It is a Survey Scam for iOS users. You can get more information about Apphacks.co/Cydia scam from here.

Common Cydia Errors and How to Fix

There are lots of Errors, and you cannot use Cydia until you fix it. Use the below links to know common errors and guide to fix them.

saurik.com link

theiphonewiki link

Who Create Cydia

Jay Freeman (saurik) is the Developer of Cydia.

Cydia History

Cydia launched in February 2008 as an alternative for the Installer application. Cydia's name came from the moth genus ( scientific name of Cydia pomonella ).
Still, Cydia.com's domain name is not owned by Saurik, and he filed an action back in 2010 against Cykon Technology Limited regarding Cydia.com domain name rights.

Cydia Name meaning

Cydia's name reference the moth genus. Cydia pomonella is a scientific name for the coddling moth. The coddling moth is a stereotypical apple worm. That's why Saurik named it a Cydia.

Check your Jailbreak / Cydia Knowledge

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