How do I downgrade iPadOS 18.3.1 update?

I have upgraded to the iPadOS 18.3.1 and want to undo it.

can anyone help?



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Posted on Mar 11, 2025 7:39 AM

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Posted on Mar 11, 2025 8:07 AM

Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible.


All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the immediately preceding version continues to be digitally signed by Apple - however, usually within a few days, Apple will revoke the digital certificate with which the earlier version is signed.


Perhaps consider that iOS/iPadOS updates include both functional and essential security updates. Restoring an earlier version of the OS would undermine the security of your device and your personal data. 


For information, Apple do invite submission of comments via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple

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Mar 11, 2025 8:07 AM in response to Updateheroes

Rolling-back to an earlier version of iOS/iPadOS is not possible.


All System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the immediately preceding version continues to be digitally signed by Apple - however, usually within a few days, Apple will revoke the digital certificate with which the earlier version is signed.


Perhaps consider that iOS/iPadOS updates include both functional and essential security updates. Restoring an earlier version of the OS would undermine the security of your device and your personal data. 


For information, Apple do invite submission of comments via its Product Feedback portal. For iPad and iPadOS:

Feedback - iPad - Apple

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