Yes, IPSW files are safe to use as long as they are downloaded from trusted sources like ipsw.io.

What is an IPSW file?

An IPSW file is a firmware update file used by Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, and iPods, for restoring or updating their operating system.

How do I install an IPSW file?

You can install an IPSW file using iTunes or Finder (on macOS Catalina and later). Download the correct IPSW file, connect your device, and use the 'Restore' option while holding Shift (Windows) or Option (Mac) to select the IPSW file.

Can I downgrade my iPhone using IPSW?

You can downgrade your iPhone using an IPSW file only if Apple is still signing the previous iOS version. Unsigned IPSWs cannot be restored via iTunes.

How do I check if an IPSW file is signed?

You can check the signing status of an IPSW file using ipsw.io, where we provide real-time updates on which versions are currently signed by Apple.

Can I use IPSW to jailbreak my device?

Some jailbreak tools require specific IPSW files, but installing an IPSW alone does not jailbreak a device. You need additional tools such as checkra1n or unc0ver.

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Signed IPSW files can be restored via iTunes. Unsigned IPSWs cannot currently be restored via iTunes.

Signed IPSWs

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iOS 26.3 (23D127)

Normal Release

11th February 2026

9.72 GB

iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.3_23D127_Restore.ipsw

Unsigned IPSWs

✗	iOS 26.2.1 (23C71)	Normal Release	26th January 2026	9.75 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.2.1_23C71_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 26.2 (23C55)	Normal Release	13th December 2025	9.75 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.2_23C55_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 26.1 (23B85)	Normal Release	3rd November 2025	9.68 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.1_23B85_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 26.0.1 (23A355)	Normal Release	29th September 2025	9.43 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.0.1_23A355_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 26.0 (23A341)	Normal Release	15th September 2025	9.43 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_26.0_23A341_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.6.2 (22G100)	Normal Release	20th August 2025	8.62 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.6.2_22G100_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.6 (22G86)	Normal Release	29th July 2025	8.62 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.6_22G86_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.5 (22F76)	Normal Release	12th May 2025	8.62 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.5_22F76_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.4.1 (22E252)	Normal Release	16th April 2025	8.58 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.4.1_22E252_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.4 (22E240)	Normal Release	31st March 2025	8.58 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.4_22E240_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.3.2 (22D82)	Normal Release	11th March 2025	8.31 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.3.2_22D82_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.3.1 (22D72)	Normal Release	10th February 2025	8.31 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.3.1_22D72_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.3 (22D63)	Normal Release	27th January 2025	8.31 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.3_22D63_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.2.1 (22C161)	Normal Release	6th January 2025	8.38 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.2.1_22C161_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.2 (22C152)	Normal Release	11th December 2024	8.38 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.2_22C152_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.1.1 (22B91)	Normal Release	19th November 2024	8.10 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.1.1_22B91_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.1 (22B83)	Normal Release	28th October 2024	8.10 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.1_22B83_Restore.ipsw
✗	iOS 18.0.1 (22A8380)	Normal Release	22nd October 2024	8.02 GB	iPad16,1,iPad16,2_18.0.1_22A8380_Restore.ipsw