Enter your Apple ID and password. This sends your credentials securely to Apple to generate a free developer certificate.
Before you begin the installation, ensure you have the following components ready: Hardware Requirements An iOS device running iOS 12.2 or later. A computer running or macOS 10.14.4 or later .
Both your computer and iOS device must be connected to the exact same Wi-Fi network. Step 1: Prepare Your Computer (Windows Users Only)
A Mac running macOS 10.14.4+ or a PC running Windows 10 or 11. A USB Cable: To connect your iOS device to your computer. how to install ipa file using altstore
Click the AltServer icon on your computer menu bar/system tray, select Install AltStore , and choose your connected iOS device.
Stick with AltStore for stability and privacy. If you cannot access a computer every 7 days, consider SideStore (a fork of AltStore) that refreshes using a VPN.
AltStore will periodically refresh the certificates in the background, resetting the 7-day timer. Enter your Apple ID and password
If you live in the European Union and have iOS 17.4 or later, you can install AltStore PAL directly from the AltStore website, without needing a computer. Apple’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) forces Apple to allow third‑party marketplaces in the EU, so sideloading becomes a native feature.
Click the on your computer's menu bar (Mac) or system tray (Windows).
: Download and install AltServer from the official AltStore website . On Windows, you must also install the latest versions of iTunes and iCloud directly from Apple (not the Microsoft Store). A computer running or macOS 10
A Windows/macOS desktop application that signs and installs IPAs directly, without an on‑device app. You connect your phone, drag the IPA into Sideloadly, enter your Apple ID, and the app is installed. It doesn’t offer automatic background refresh, but it’s very fast for one‑time installations.
Tap on the "My Apps" tab at the bottom. Install IPA: Tap the "+" button in the top-left corner.