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Sideloading with a computer
6 min read · Updated 2026-10-05
Prepare
- Download the IPA from a source you trust.
- Install a desktop signing tool from its official website (see Signing Tools).
- Connect your iPhone or iPad with a cable and trust the computer.
Install
- Open the signing tool and select your IPA.
- Sign in with your Apple ID when prompted.
- Start the install and wait for it to finish.
Trust the developer profile
On your device, open Settings → General → VPN & Device Management and trust the profile linked to your Apple ID. On iOS 16 and later you may also need to enable Developer Mode.
