How to jailbreak iPhone is most probably one of the top searches made by Apple users. Jailbreaking an iPhone allows users to take the reins to do all the things they want with their phone.
What Is Jailbreak?
Jailbreak, usually used for iPhone. Jailbreaking refers to the process of removing the barriers of apple’s operating system and allows the user to download other operating software according to their liking.
Many people jailbreak their iPhone to customize its interface and download apps not available on the app store.
Terms like creaking and rooting are also used. Craking is used in software, and rooting is being used on android phones.
Is Jailbreak Beneficial For Users?
It does depend from user to user. Jailbreak can have a lot of advantages to some people. Here are few features of jailbreak that you might find the need to have.
1. Delete Already Installed Apps
This one is my favorite feature of jailbreaking. iPhone, iPad, iPod touch comes with pre-installed apps like the health app, wallet app, etc. These apps take up space on your mobile. And if you want to delete them, Apple does not allow it. Once you jailbreak the iPhone, you can delete these apps easily.
2. Download Apps Not Available On App Store
Jailbreaking your iPhone and iPad allows you to download apps not available on the app store. These apps are unauthorized by Apple due to security reasons.
3. Access Better Anti-theft Software
If you use Find My iPhone, you are bound to know that it does not work in airplane mode. Some users think jailbreaking allows them to allow better anti-theft software with better features. one such app is taught. This anti-theft software takes a photo of the thief when they enter a wrong passcode. They send this photo immediately to the user’s mail.
4. Jailbreaking Provides Better Control Over Your iPhone
One cool feature that jailbreaking gives you is that it allows your iPad to be connected to your PC. It also allows you to customize your iPhone to your liking without any restrictions.

Is Jailbreaking safe?
Jailbreak might give you some good features but, it does not come without a cost. Jailbreak can cause some security issues with your iPhone. When it allows you more control over your device, it will allow apps to gain even more data from your iPhone. Jailbreaking your device also allows your mobile to be more susceptible to malware. All your important data on your device is at the risk of being misused.
Different Types Of Jailbreak
There are different types of jailbreak. The four types of jailbreak are listed below:
1. Tethered Jailbreak
In this type of jailbreak, you can only temporarily jailbreak your device. It is considered to be the worst type of jailbreak. Because once you restart your device, you will need a computer to jailbreak it again using the boot tethered feature of the tool. You will have to do this every single time you restart or, else it remains stuck in a partially started state.
2. Semi-Tethered Jailbreak
In this type of jailbreak, the device will restart but won’t have a patched kernel. Meaning your jailbreak apps and modifications will not work. To make the jailbreak modification and apps function again, you will need a jailbreak tool.
3. Untethered Jailbreak
Untethered jailbreak is the most preferred type of jailbreak used. It is preferred because it will allow your iPhone to restart normally, and it remains jailbroken even after reboot. Also, you won’t have to patch the kernel as it remains patched.
4. Semi-Untethered Jailbreak
Semi-Tethered jailbreak allows you to restart your device without any problems. The only thing different from untethered jailbreak is that your iPhone is not jailbroken anymore. However, unlike semi-tethered jailbreak, you don’t need a computer to jailbreak again. You can use an app on the iPhone itself.
The Jailbreak Process
Jailbreak is a relatively easy process. All jailbreak apps available are currently free. All you need to do is follow some steps, and you can jailbreak your iPhone without possessing complex skills.
Apps that you can use to install jailbreak apps are:
1. Cydia: This is developed by Jay Freeman also, known as Saurik. Cydia will get installed during the jailbreak process. It is also known as the unofficial app store.

2. Sileo: An alternative to Cydia. It is pre-installed with chimera jailbreak.
How To Jailbreak An iPhone?
Now here in this article, we will see how to jailbreak iPhone running iOS 14-iOS 14.3. This software can be jailbroken using Unc0ver 6.0.
Firstly, as a precaution, please back up your iPhone. It is not a necessity but, it is advised to do so just in case.
Next, delete any iOS 14 OTA update file. You can do this by, go to settings, open storage, and delete it. Restart your device before jailbreaking.
Now, let’s get to the process of installing Cydia and jailbreaking using UnC0ver.
Step 1: Download AltServer on your Mac and install it. After installing, drag it to the application and open it. You will have to install a mail plugin as well when you set up Altstore.
Step 2: You will notice at the top of your desktop on your menu bar the AltServer icon. Click on it, and from the drop-down menu, select “Install AltServer.” Next, choose what device you want to install it on.
Step 3: Once the AlterServer is installed on the iPhone. Now on to the next step. Go to settings, click general, select Device Management and click on your Apple ID. Next, trust AltServer’s Developer Certificate.
Step 4: Download the latest version of UncOver on your iPhone. Make sure your iPhone is still connected to your Mac or computer. An “Open In..” option will be seen. Use this to open the IPA in AltServer. This will start the installation process.
You might have to enter your Apple Id. Use the same Apple Id in and out.
However, if you don’t get the option, you can head to Unc0ver’s website on your iPhone and download the IPA from there. This will give you a pop-up to open the app via AltStore.
Step 5: Exit the app and go to your iPhone’s home screen. There you will see the Unc0ver app. Launch that and click on the jailbreak button. Now, wait for the app to do its work. Don’t Panic; your iPhone will restart during the process. After the process, you should see the Cydia icon on your home screen.

Problems you might face:
1. The jailbreak process will show an error and fail. Don’t worry. Just restart your phone, open the Unc0ver app and retry.
2. If the Unc0ver app is stuck or keeps crashing. You need to close the app, go to setting clear all app cache. Then, restart your iPhone, turn on airplane mode for settings, and try jailbreak once again.
Another Way You Can Jailbreak Is Using Checkea1n
Checkea1n is a semi-tethered type of jailbreak, meaning you will need a computer to re-jailbreak after you restart your iPhone. To install this, your iPhone must run iOS version 12.0 or later. Cydia is installed initially, but others can be installed in the future.
The steps to jailbreak using checkra1n are:
Step 1: Connect your iPhone to Mac using USB.
Step2: Next, download the checkra1n jailbreak tool from its website. Make sure you are downloading from the official website and not downloading from a random website. Downloading from a random website may contain malware.
Step 3: Once the download is completed. Next, drag the checkra1n app into your Mac’s application folder. Open the folder and double-click on the .dmg file to open it.
Step 4: Once you are done with that, click and open Mac’s application folder. Click on the checkra1n app. Next, click on open. You might get a pop-up that says it does not trust it. Right-click and click on open again. This should do it.
Step 6: The checkra1n GUI will open. It automatically detects your device and firmware type. Now click on the start button in the bottom left corner.
Step 6: Checkra1n app will ask permission to put your iPhone into recovery mode before going further. Click on the ‘Next” button.
Step 7: Follow the instructions shown on the screen to enter in DFU mode. Click on the start button. Now follow very carefully what the app says to do for your device.
Step 8: After successfully finishing the above step, your device has now entered DFU mode. Checkra1n app will now start the jailbreaking process on your device.
Your iPhone will now display the checkra1n themed verbose boot display. Remember, do not disconnect your iOS device until after the jailbreak process is completed.
Step 11: Now, the jailbreak process is completed on your device. Click on the “Done” button to close the checkra1n app on the Mac.
Step 12: Once done with the above step, look at your iPhone. Now, you will see the checkra1n app on the home screen of your phone.
Step 13: Click on Cydia. An install button will appear next click on it.

Step 14: The checkra1n app will now begin to install Cydia.
Step 15: Once the process of installing it is over, the app will close. Go to your home screen on your iOS device. Cydia’s icon will be present. Launch Cydia, and you will see a familiar interface. And there you have it; you have successfully jailbroken your iOS device.
How to Install The Taurine Jailbreak On iOS 14.0-14.3 Via AltStore?
Step 1: Download AltServer on your Mac and install it from the alstore.io. Click on the link that is for Mac cause there will be a link for the window too. Double click on the ZIP file. After installing, drag it to the application and open it. Next, using a USB, your iPhone should be connected to your Mac. Now launch the AltStore app.
Step 3: You will have to install a mail plugin; when you set up Altstore, click on the Altstore icon from Mac’s menu bar at the top and then install the plugin. In the popup, click the blue install plugin button. Your Mac will ask for your password to install it. Enter the password and click enter. Another pop-up will show up stating that the mail plugin is successfully installed. Click the “OK” button.
Step 4: Go to mail and click on mail preference from the top of the menu bar. Next, click on the general tab at the top left corner. Next, click on manage mail plugins. Next, tick the checkbox beside AltPlugin.mail bundle and click on Apply and Restart Mail button.
Step 5: You will notice at the top of your desktop on your menu bar the AltServer icon. Click on it, and from the drop-down menu, select “Install AltServer.” Then, choose what iOS device you want to install it on.
Step 6: Once the AlterServer is installed on the iPhone. Now on to the next step. Go to settings, click general, select Device Management and click on your Apple ID. Next, trust AltServer’s Developer Certificate.
Step 7: Download the latest version of the Taurine app on your iPhone. You can do it by visiting the taurine—app in safari. Scroll down and hit install via Altstore. Make sure your iPhone is still connected to your Mac or computer. An “Open” option will be seen. Use this to open the IPA in AltServer. This will start the installation process.
You might have to enter your Apple Id. Make sure to use the same Apple Id throughout.
Step 5: Exit the app and go to your iPhone’s home screen. There you will see the Taurine jailbreak app. Launch that and click on the jailbreak button. Now, wait for the app to do its work. Don’t Panic, and your iPhone will restart during the process. After the process, you should see the Sileo icon on your home screen. You can now begin installing jailbreak tweaks to customize your iOS device.
A Few Questions You Might Have:
Will Jailbreaking Terminate iPhone’s Warranty?
Yes, even if the government says jailbreaking is legal. However, Apple does not require to add that to their warrant requirements. So, if you go to an Apple store to repair your iOS device that’s jailbroken, they have a right to refuse you. Meaning they can’t stop you from doing anything to your device. However, they can refuse to repair it. There is a way around it. If you restore your Apple device to factory settings, there will be no evidence of jailbreak. And now you can get your iPhone, iPad repaired at an Apple store.
Is Jailbreaking Considered Legal?
Jailbreaking is considered completely legal. Even in countries other than the US, they fall under “Neither legal Nor illegal.” The only rule that applies to it is that it should not be used for copyright infringement. So, you got nothing to worry about while jailbreaking. However, the act of jailbreaking is considered to be legal. Any illegal activities done on the device will be illegal, and the person can be held accountable.
Can Jailbreaking Damage My Device?
No, jailbreaking does not damage your device. You can, however, face issues while installing it. A few years ago, when jailbreak was relatively new, you may have heard the stories. Stories like iPhone being unresponsive or turning into a brick. They are just hard issues that can be fixed. If your iOS device becomes unresponsive during the jailbreaking process, all you have to do is a hard reset. If the problem is total file corruption, simply fix it with a factory reset.
There are no real issues that appear after jailbreaking unless you download incompatible jailbreak tweaks or download something containing malware. Most jailbreaks have a safe mode. They will disable all tweaks if they are incompatible jailbreak tweaks, and then you can delete them. You can also un-jailbreak with most of the newer jailbreak apps.
Does App Store And iTunes Still Work After Jailbreaking?
Yes, Apple’s app store and iTunes will normally run even after jailbreaking. You will notice that nothing really changes. The only thing is you will have an additional Cydia, Unc0ver, or Taurine app on the home screen now.
Is Updating Your Device Not Possible After Jailbreaking?
No, jailbreaking will not cause a hindrance in you updating your device. However, updating your device can cause a problem in the process of jailbreaking. You see, with each newer iOS version, Apple does its best to patch jailbreak that exists on the last update. This leads the hackers to start from fresh to make a new tool after each update.
You can update if you don’t use a lot of jailbreak tweaks and apps. However, if you use many jailbreak tweaks and apps, it is better to wait until a new jailbreak tool is developed for the new update by a hacker.
How To Fix A Jailbroken iPhone?
If, for some reason, you don’t want your iPhone or iPad to be jailbroken anymore, don’t worry; you can fix that yourself easily. You can fix a jailbroken device by simply restoring your iPhone. You don’t have to go through the hassle of deleting everything you installed during the jailbreaking process.
However, we do recommend you backup everything on your iOS device. Because restoring your device returns the device to Apple’s factory settings. So, it will remove everything from your device and restore it to stock configuration. You can either back it up on the cloud or your computer. You can do it by following these steps:
Step 1: Connect your iOS device to wifi.
Step 2: Head to settings, click on your name and then choose cloud.
Step 3: Next, click on iCloud backup and make sure when you tap it turns green. And then, select Back up.
Make sure you do not disconnect from the wifi while the backup is in process.
To confirm if your data is backed up, simply go to settings and follow the above steps to the iCloud backup. Now under the button Back up Now, you can see the time and date of your last update.

The next step will be to reverse the jailbreak:
Step 1: Connect your iOS device to the Mac or Pc using the USB cable.
Step 2: Next, Launch the iTunes app on your Mac or computer.
Unlock your iOS device and then turn off your Find my iPhone app
Step 3: Now, go to settings, click on your name and choose iCloud.
Step 4: Go to Find my iPhone and check if it is turned off. You will have to enter your passcode to turn this app off.
Step 5: On your Mac, in iTunes, select your device when it shows up.
Step 6: In the summary panel, select the restore option. Clicking this will start the process of reversing the jailbreak of your iPhone or iPad.
Step 7: During the process, your iOS devices will restart. That is completely fine. You can now select the iCloud option to restore the backup you did. It will also ask you if you would like to restore your previous data.
Step 8: And it is done. Your iPhone or iPad is back to its original settings, just like you first bought and switched it on.
In conclusion, jailbreaking is a relatively easy process. We have listed few ways you can jailbreak your iPhone. If you search more, you will find many types and ways of jailbreaking out here on the internet. If you are happy to use your iPhone as it is, you don’t need to jailbreak your device. However, if you want more from their iPhone, jailbreaking will be the best option for you. All you have to do is choose the type of jailbreak that suits your needs the best and get to installing.
Last Updated on September 17, 2021 by Icy Tech Team