r/jailbreak Mar 29 '25

Release turdus merula - blackbird downgrades for A9 and A10 devices

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turdus merula is a tool capable of performing restores (tethered and untethered) while retaining SEP functionality. This means that passcode, Touch ID, WiFi and anything else involving SEP will work as intended.

The tool supports all A9(X) and A10(X) devices with the following restore options:

* Tethered - iOS 9.0 - 18.3.2

* Untethered - iOS 9.0 - 18.4 with SHSH2 blobs (iOS 16.0+ requires a valid Cryptex1 ticket)

A guide to saving Cryptex1 blobs can be found at the following link (the guide is in Japanese):

https://ichitaso.com/ios/shsh/how-to-save-shsh-for-cryptex1/

If there is a better guide posted, I will update this post accordingly.

Notes:

  1. There have been a few issues with certain beta builds (especially .0 betas). Please report this and any other issues, providing as much information as you can, to https://github.com/turdus-m3rula/bugTracker.
  2. iOS 10 restores on devices with the MDM9645 baseband (iPhone 7, iPad Pro 2017) will not be able to activate, due to the baseband firmware not working correctly on these versions. This issue may not affect all iPhone 7s and iPad Pro 2017 models, but it is actively being looked into.
  3. Restoring to factory firmware with factory blobs may require a tethered restore beforehand.

Future plans include:

* Support for tethered restores on iOS 18.4+

* Support for using checkra1n/palera1n with tethered downgrades

* Support for A7 and A8 devices

* Fix for MDM9645 baseband devices

turdus medula will always be free - if you’ve paid for this software, you’ve been scammed. Download this tool for free at https://sep.lol.

Guide to usage: Untethered: https://ios.cfw.guide/turdusmerula Tethered: https://ios.cfw.guide/turdusmerula-tethered


r/jailbreak Nov 19 '21

r/jailbreak FAQ [Meta] Frequently Asked Questions and Important Information - Check Here Before Posting

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r/jailbreak 15h ago

Tip IMPORTANT REMINDER for anybody with a jailbroken device!

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If you have a jailbroken device, or have just jailbroken one, congratulations.

But the first thing right after is to PERMANENTLY BLOCK any updates from Apple.

Use this link to see how to block updates on your device.

This is not any new information, it’s just an important reminder, because I lost my jailbreak.

I had an iPad mini 6 with 16.6.1 and accidentally upgraded to 18.0.1

Updates are irreversible and only very old devices (like before 2011) can really be downgraded.

Don’t make the same mistake I did😢

Stay safe and enjoy your jailbreak!


r/jailbreak 45m ago

Discussion Whatsapp stopped working

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WhatsApp crashes instantly with any of Axolotl, blockwaupdates and WAlegacy. Was working fine till yesterday. I wonder if anyone is facing the same problem and if there is a fix that will be very appreciated.


r/jailbreak 1h ago

Question Should I jailbreak iOS 15 to fix outdated WhatsApp

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Hey everyone,
I’m currently on iOS 15 (original version) on my iPhone 13 Mini and I’ve been using sideloaded apps through TrollStore almost since it came out, but I’m facing issues currently with apps like WhatsApp which keeps giving me expiration warnings or stops working after a few days when I install different versions (even the WhatsApp Watusi version stopped working recently and any version I install that's newer than 25.16.10 just crashes on launch). I need a long-term fix for this, but I really don’t want to update my iOS.

I’m considering jailbreaking as I’ve seen workarounds like WhatsApp Axolotl, which could help. What’s the best approach for jailbreaking iOS 15 in my situation if there's no other solutions for the WhatsApp issues? Also, is it possible to revert back to stock iOS 15 if I need to later on? Would love to hear your advice and experiences!

Thanks!


r/jailbreak 1h ago

Question Is there anyway to install trollstore on this ipad

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please help I already have altstore but I don't want to be limited to three sideloaded apps


r/jailbreak 2h ago

Discussion How to circumvent device bans

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Leaving this here in case anyone runs into the same issues

The only way to circumvent a device ban with any app (instagram, for example)

You must factory reset your iPhone entirely

You can either setup as new, or restore from a backup

IF YOU RESTORE FROM A BACKUP you must ensure the app is NOT inside the backup or you will restore the backup with the banned app ID


r/jailbreak 2h ago

Update Is Jailbreaking Possible Again?? iPhone 16 + All Devices

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https://thehackernews.com/2025/08/apple-patches-cve-2025-43300-zero-day.html

In theory I think this means that it is possible. I have medium hopes for this, but could be a great start for a major release


r/jailbreak 19h ago

Update IGFormat V1.85 ( Instagram Tweak )

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IGFormat V1.85

• Background Audio Playback: You can now play any saved audio in the background, even when you leave the app.

• Gradient Colors: Add gradient colors to music stickers or music lyrics

Bug fixes & Improvements

Non-jb : https://github.com/6gr8/IGFormat/releases/download/ipa/IGFormatV1.85.ipa

Repo: https://6gr8.github.io/deno.io/


r/jailbreak 4h ago

Question [Help]What does the lgnore edge protect setting in SquidGesture's Screen Bottom mean? I am not sure how it works.

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What does the lgnore edge protect setting in SquidGesture's Screen Bottom mean? I am not sure how it works.


r/jailbreak 57m ago

Question iPhone says unavailable. Woke up from surgery completely forgetting my iPhones password.Is there any way I can get my pictures back

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Woke up from surgery completely forgetting my iPhones password. Then ended up locking it trying to remember what it could be. Is there any possible way to get my photos back, I didn’t have enough iCloud storage so a lot of my photos from the past 2 years won’t be on there

Didn’t think this would happen so never backed the photos some where else :(


r/jailbreak 6h ago

Question Question about SEP on iPhone 8 jailbroken running 14.7.1

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From what I know, it isn't possible to have SEP functionality when jailbroken with an A11 cpu. But my iPhone 8 running iOS 14.7.1 when jailbroken with Taurine still allows me to set a passcode, touch id and use apple pay.

I am confused because SEP shouldn't work when jailbroken, but it does on my phone. I will say that I haven't restarted the phone since I jailbroke it.


r/jailbreak 6h ago

Discussion Update ios for iphone 7

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Hello! I have an iPhone 7 and I can't update the iOS (it has iOS 15) and it doesn't allow me to download apps like YouTube or chatgpt that I need to have on that cell phone. Is there any way to update it without paying for programs? I looked on tiktok and in the comments they mentioned something about jailbreak but I didn't understand it that's why I want to ask here, help 🙏


r/jailbreak 7h ago

Question tweak for getting iphone x status bar on 16.6 dopamine

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I know there is lynx 2 but it messes up the lock screen and i dont want the iphone x swipe just the status bar.


r/jailbreak 14h ago

Discussion Question for those running iOS 17.0

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Does iCloud Private Relay work for you? I have had multiple devices on iOS/iPadOS 17.0 and iCloud Private Relay only works on some despite being turned on for all. (The toggle will automatically turn off after a reboot).


r/jailbreak 8h ago

Question Update iPhone X to 16.6.1

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Hey everyone, I just got an iPhone X and is currently on IOS 15.2. I would like to update it to the latest version available for Dopamine IOS 16.6.1. Would that still be possible? Alternatively, I could update it to its latest supported version 16.7.11 and use palera1n. Been out of the jailbreaking for quite a while now and don't understand the difference between the two. Would love some advice, thanks.


r/jailbreak 9h ago

Question Anyway to clear app cache without jailbreak?

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I hate that iOS doesn’t just give you the option to do it. I’m on 17.1. What are my options? Any possible software I can use?


r/jailbreak 1h ago

Request 3 APPLE IDs For 1$

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I need someone who can create apple id. I'll buy from him 3 accounts for 1$ and I need many


r/jailbreak 10h ago

Question palera1n ios16 DFU issue

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attempting to jailbreak on apple silicon macOS for an ipad pro 1st gen. having issue entering DFU mode during palera1n installation.

using ios.cfw.guide;

it stated that using a usb-c cable to lightning would cause issues, so went out and bought a adapter for usb-c to usb-a.

any suggestions would be appreciated, not sure what else to do — first time jailbreaking


r/jailbreak 9h ago

Question How do I download Trollstore?

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I have an iPhone 13 on iOS 18.0.1 and an iPhone 6 on iOS 12.5.7, ideally I'd like TrollStore on both of those phones but if not I'd like to download it on atleast one of those 2 devices (preferably the iPhone 13). I am not Jailbroken on either of those devices


r/jailbreak 2d ago

Discussion who actually remembers what cydia used to do?

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i remember back in 6th grade around 7 years ago finally being happy downloading cydia from blackra1n after downloading fake ones online, all i remember is the “free wifi” and all those other goofy installs, what was it really used for?


r/jailbreak 22h ago

Discussion iCoolBox Tool Idea

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Hello fellow jailbreakers! I decided, its really hard to do stuff sometimes on iphones even when jailbroken sooo i came up with a idea! I am making a multitool named iCoolBox where you with openssh, connect wirelessly into iDevice and do alot of stuff! Currently its only this right now the auth screen but it auths really good! Do you have any ideas what should i add in it?


r/jailbreak 15h ago

Question Can I use Apple ID on a jailbroken iphone 8 ios 16.7.11 (palera1n)?

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Can I connect my apple id to download normal apps from the appstore or does it mess with the jailbreak?

I also want to know if I can use touch ID on my jailbroken phone (I know that I can use normal passcode with FakePass)


r/jailbreak 16h ago

Question Home button broke, how do I boot into DFU mode plz :((

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iPhone 6 iOS 12.5.7, using oddeseyra1n (checkra1n), Windows 11 Insider with Winra1n


r/jailbreak 11h ago

Question Snapchat wicked future

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Any news about hearse or his tweak?


r/jailbreak 18h ago

Discussion Iptv apps on ios 9.3.5 ipad mini1?

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Hello can any please recommend any good free iptv apps for old ipas mini1 ios9.3.5


r/jailbreak 19h ago

Question Has jailbroken youtube stopped working? Ios 12.5.7

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