Cydia
Cydia is a package manager for jailbroken iDevices. After every jailbreak process, it automatically installs Cydia. Cydia helps to install jailbreak apps tweaks and many more third party apps, which is not available on Apple app store.
Cydia download and installing methods vary according to your iPhone / iPad versions.
Cydia for iOS 16 – iOS 16.4
Sileem is the best jailbreak solution to download Cydia for iOS 16 users. iOS 16, iOS 16.0.1, iOS 16.0.2, iOS 16.0.3, iOS 16.1, iOS 16.1.1, iOS 16.1.2, iOS 16.2, iOS 16.3 and iOS 16.3.1 including iOS 16.4 users can install lite version of Cydia from Sileem now. Because of not having jailbreak tools for iOS 16 and higher versions up to iOS 16.3.1 including iOS 16.4 beta, full functional Cydia cannot be downloaded. Most important Cydia functions are worked with Sileem Cydia.
Way to download Sileem Cydia.
Step 01 – Download Sileem from the above button.
Step 02 – Open the downloaded Sileem app.
Step 03 – Tap the All repo URLs > Jailbreak app managers > tap the Copy Button > Go Back > tap Extract a repo > Paste the repo URL > click the Extract a Repo button.
Step 04 – Now you can download the Cydia Lite version by tapping the download button > Allow > Close the Profile > Open the Settings tab > Profile downloaded > Install Cydia > Enter the device passcode > Install > Done.
Step 05 – Check the homescreen. It is available the Cydia on your iOS 16 and higher device.
Refer more jailbreak apps from the following pages
iOS 16.4 Jailbreak ( Beta )
iOS 16.3 / iOS 16.3.1 Jailbreak
Cydia for iOS 15 – iOS 15.7.3
Zeon is the best way to download Cydia for iOS 15 to iOS 15.7.3 versions. Zeon is the best jailbreak solution ever for iOS 15, iOS 15.0.1, iOS 15.0.2, iOS 15.1, iOS 15.1.1, iOS 15.2, iOS 15.2.1, iOS 15.3, iOS 15.3.1, iOS 15.4, iOS 15.4.1, iOS 15.5, iOS 15.6, iOS 15.6.1, iOS 15.7, iOS 15.7.1, iOS 15.7.2 and iOS 15.7.3 versions. Zeon offers two ways to install Cydia. You can download Cydia directly from Zeon as one method. Another way is the repo extracting method.
Ways to download Zeon Cydia.
Method 01 – Install Cydia directly from Zeon.
Step 01 – Open the downloaded Zeon.
Step 02 – Tap the Cydia > Install > Allow > Close the Profile.
Step 03 – Open the Settings tab > Install > Provide the device passcode > Install > Done.
Step 04 – Check the device homescreen. It is available Cydia.
Method 02 – Install Cydia from Hexxa Plus repo extractor
Step 01 – Open the downloaded Hexxa Plus.
Step 02 – Tap the Hexxa Plus repo extractor > Install > Allow > Close Profile.
Step 03 – Open the installed Hexxa Plus Repo Extractor > Get Repos > App Managers > Copy the Cydia http://ios.cyrepo.tk repo > Done.
Step 04 – Click on the Extract Repo > Paste the copied repo url here > OK > Download Cydia > Allow > Close profile.
Step 05 – Open the Settings tab > Profile download > Install > Provide the device passcode > Install > Done > Check the homescreen > Cydia will be available on homescreen.
Refer more jailbreak apps from the iOS 15 and Higher jailbreak page
Cydia for iOS 14 – iOS 14.8.1
There are three ways to download Cydia for iOS 14 to iOS 14.8.1.
- Zylon for iOS 14 – iOS 14.8.1 version ( All devices)
Zylon is compatible with all the iOS 14 to iOS 14.8.1 running devices to install Cydia. Zylon is a community based development to install jailbreak apps including Cydia.
Way to download Zylon Cydia
Step 01 – Download the Zylon from the above button.
Step 02 – Open the downloaded Zylon app > Jailbreak apps > tap on Cydia > Allow > Close the profile.
Step 03 – Open the Settings tab > Tap on the Profile download > install > Enter device Passcode > Install > Done.
Step 04. Cydia will be downloaded on device Homescreen.
- Unc0ver for iOS 14 to iOS 14.8 versions ( All devices)
Unc0ver is a Semi Untethered jailbreak tool. It is the most successful and most famous jailbreak tool in the world. iOS 14 to iOS 14.8 users can jailbreak their devices for Cydia. After the successful Unc0ver jailbreak process it automatically installs Cydia.
Refer the official Unc0ver site to get step guides to jailbreak your iOS 14 to iOS 14.8 iPhones and iPads for Cydia.
- Checkra1n for iOS 14 to iOS 14.8.1( A5 – A11 devices)
Checkra1n is a semi-tethered jailbreak tool. It is a very famous permanent jailbreak tool. You cannot remove the jailbreak without hardware replacement. That’s why it is called a permanent jailbreak. But it only works with A5-A11 iPhones and iPads. After every successful Checkrain jailbreak process, Cydia can be installed.
Refer to the official Checkra1n site and get a step guide to jailbreak iOS 14 to iOS 14.8.1 A5 to A11 iPhones and iPads for Cydia.
Cydia for iOS 13 – iOS 13.7
iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 users are available with three methods to download Cydia.
- Hexxa Plus for iOS 13 – iOS 13.7 version
Hexxa Plus is the best method to download Cydia for iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 devices. iOS 13, iOS 13.1, iOS 13.1.1, iOS 13.1.2, iOS 13.1.3, iOS 13.2, iOS 13.2.2, iOS 13.2.3, iOS 13.3, iOS 13.3.1, iOS 13.4, iOS 13.4.1, iOS 13.5, iOS 13.5.1, iOS 13.6, iOS 13.6.1 and iOS 13.7 iPhones are compatible with Hexxa Plus.
Ways to download Hexxa Plus Cydia
Method 01 – Install Cydia directly from Hexxa Plus
Step 01 – Open the downloaded Hexxa Plus.
Step 02 – Tap the Cydia > Install > Allow > Close the Profile.
Step 03 – Open the Settings tab > Install > Provide the device passcode > Install > Done.
Step 04 – Check the device homescreen. It is available Cydia.
Method 02 – Install Cydia from Hexxa Plus repo extractor
Step 01 – Open the downloaded Hexxa Plus.
Step 02 – Tap the Hexxa Plus repo extractor > Install > Allow > Close Profile.
Step 03 – Open the installed Hexxa Plus Repo Extractor > Get Repos > App Managers > Copy the Cydia http://ios.cyrepo.tk repo > Done.
Step 04 – Click on the Extract Repo > Paste the copied repo url here > OK > Download Cydia > Allow > Close profile.
Step 05 – Open the Settings tab > Profile download > Install > Provide the device passcode > Install > Done > Check the homescreen > Cydia will be available on homescreen.
- Unc0ver for iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 versions.
All the iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 users can jailbreak their devices using the Unc0ver Semi-Untethered Jailbreak tool. It is possible to get three types of step guides from the official Unc0ver site. Choose any of them to complete the jailbreak process for Cydia.
- Checkra1n for iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 versions.
Checkrain is Semi-tethered jailbreak tool for iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 versions. Checkra1n jailbreak is based on the Checkm8 bootrom exploit. You can jailbreak your devices using Checkra1n jailbreak tool permanently. Checkra1n jailbreak cannot be revised and it is possible to install Cydia after the successful jailbreak process. Visit the official Checkra1n site to get the download link and guide.
Cydia alternatives
There are many Cydia alternatives in the world. But, all the following listed Cydia alternatives never require device jailbreaking.
- Sileo
Sileo is the best Cydia alternative. It is a default app manager for Taurine, Odyssey, Chimera and Electra jailbreak tools. Also It is available as a Sileo app for non jailbroken iPhones running any iOS version. You can install it from Sileem , Zeon, Hexxa Plus and Zylon.
- Zebra App
Another package manager for jailbroken iPhones, iPads and iPod touches. But it is only compatible with iOS 8 to iOS 13 jailbroken iDevices. You have to use the official Zebra repo as a Cydia replacement. https://getzbra.com/ is the official repo of Zebra package manager.
- Installer5
Installer5 is another best Cydia alternative. But it is only available for iOS 10 to iOS 13 versions only. Using the official Installer5 repo, it is possible to install it for jailbroken devices. https://apptapp.me/repo is the official Installer5 repo.
- AppValley
AppValley is one of the best Cydia alternatives for non jailbroken devices. No need to jailbreak iPhone and iPads to install AppValley. Also AppValley is not a jailbreak tool. We can categorize AppValley as a third party app installer.
- Panda Helper
Panda Helper is for jailbroken iDevices. It brings unofficial apps and tweaks for your device for customization. It is available with lots of tweaks, games, ++ apps under Panda Helper.
FAQ of Cydia
- What is jailbreaking?
Jailbreak is the process of removing software restrictions of iPhones. After removing software restrictions, it is possible to access the iOS system of your iPhone. Jailbreak tool is the way for jailbreaking. After the jailbreak process it automatically installs full functional Cydia.
- Is it possible to install Cydia without jailbreaking?
Yes! It is possible to install Cydia without jailbreaking. But it is not fully accessible. Most important system functional work with Cydia which is installed without jailbreaking.
- Is it safe to install Cydia?
As it explained, there are two ways to install Cydia. One is by jailbreaking. With jailbreaking cydia installing methods is a little bit of a risk. Because it removes software restrictions. Installing Cydia without a jailbreak method is not at risk. It never removes the iPhone`s warranty.
- What is Online Cydia?
Cydia is a package manager for iOS Devices. After the jailbreak it installs automatically. But online Cydia never asks device jailbreak for Cydia. You can install Cydia online using direct app or repo extractor. Online Cydia never wants Computer or Mac support.
- Can I install Cydia without a computer?
Yes! It is possible to install Cydia without a computer. But you cannot install fully functional Cydia. Only can install limited functional Cydia with NO PC.
- How to uninstall/remove Cydia?
If you want to remove Cydia installed by jailbreaking your iPhone, it needs to upgrade your iPhone version. But it is easy to install or uninstall an online Cydia app by removing it. Online Cydia removal never asks for version upgrade.
- What is a Package Manager?
Package manager is very similar to the App store. It helps you to download and install many jailbreak apps and tweaks for your iPhones.
- Is jailbreak legal?
Yes! Jailbreak is legal. According to the Digital Millennium Copyright act in 2012 it is legal. But it has some risk to claim device warranty. But you can remove jailbreak by upgrading your iPhone version via iTunes. After removing jailbreak, you can claim the device warranty again.