How do I downgrade from iOS 26?
How do I downgrade from iOS26? I accidentally updated my iPhone 16 pro max to iOS 26 after it did an automatic update
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I want downgrade iOS 26 to 18
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To remove the iOS beta, follow the steps below:
- Connect your iPhone to a computer and open iTunes (or Finder on Mac).
- Put the device into recovery mode (Volume Up → Volume Down → hold Side button)
- Then choose Restore when prompted. This will erase the beta and install the latest official iOS version.
- After setup, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and turn it off to avoid reinstalling the beta.
This method only works for downgrading from a beta version, not for downgrading between two official versions.
That’s because beta profiles can be removed and Apple still signs the latest public iOS, allowing you to restore to it.
Reference:
How to uninstall iOS or iPadOS beta software - Apple Support
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Message deleted. Duplicate of previous reply.
I think you just responded to a 2 month old post 🤔
Ah yes, thanks!
I'll see if there is still time to delete.
I’ve certainly done that more than once!
How can I download iOS 26 on my iPhone 16 plus
violetfromsouthbridge wrote:
How can I download iOS 26 on my iPhone 16 plus
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I'm done with iOS 26 for now
temprance17 wrote:
I'm done with iOS 26 for now
Smart move.
iOS 26 deletes iOS 18.6 download
I want remove iOS 26 beta
MouhtaKaram wrote:
I want remove iOS 26 beta
Then you should read the posts in this thread.
MouhtaKaram wrote:
I want remove iOS 26 beta
Read the Top Ranking post at the top of this thread, which I’m sure you saw before posting.
I need ios 18
ManishKaushal wrote:
I need ios 18
OK... You need an iPhone XR or newer.
What model phone do you have?
How do I downgrade from iOS 26?