I have an iPad generation 6 and I can’t get ios 15 or 14

Assuming that you do have an iPad6, it is capable of update to iPadOS 16.3.1.

Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update. To do so, you will need access to either a Window PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

-kloww Said:

"I have an iPad generation 6 and I can’t get ios 15 or 14: I have a refurbished 6th generation iPad, when I go to update my iPad it doesn’t allow me to, is there another way for me to update it? (Also it doesn’t let me download anything without the updates)"

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You cannot update you iPhone model(6) past iOS 12.

So, for future reference…

Updating an iPhone to iOS 16:

A. You may Need to Clear Space:

SEE MY Two User Tips:

• How to Clear Space from your Mobile Device, and What to Clear: - User Tip



• How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip

B. Update Using a Computer:

1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update

then...

2. Proceed with the Update:

Go Here:  Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip

The iPad 6 is compatible with iPad OS 16.

What happens when you attempt to update?

What is the existing version of iOS?

What is the model number at: Settings - General - About - Model = ??