Palera1n Jailbreak: A Complete Guide for iOS 15 – iOS 17 & iPadOS 18

Palera1n Jailbreak

Palera1n Jailbreak: Full Guide for iOS 15 – iOS 17 & iPadOS 18

Palera1n is the first checkm8-based semi-tethered jailbreak for iOS 15 – iOS 17 and iPadOS 18. Built for A9–A11 devices like the iPhone 6s, 7, 8, and X, it allows advanced users to install tweaks, system tools, and package managers like Sileo. Unlike other jailbreaks, it runs on macOS and Linux only—no Windows version is officially available.

Key Features of Palera1n

  • Supports iOS 15.0 – iOS 17 and iPadOS 18
  • Semi-tethered jailbreak (requires a computer to re-jailbreak after reboot)
  • Works with A9–A11 devices (iPhone 6s to iPhone X)
  • Rootless and rootful modes for tweak support
  • Uses the unpatchable checkm8 exploit for lifetime jailbreak on supported devices
  • Installs Pogo / Sileo for tweak and package management

Important Notes

  • For iOS 16+, Palera1n Online IPA includes a new loader app to simplify tweak installation.
  • iPhone XS and newer are not supported.
  • A Mac or Linux computer is required for installation.
  • Windows users can try unofficial forks like WinaRa1n.

Download Palera1n

The latest version of Palera1n (2.2.1) can be downloaded directly from the official GitHub Releases page.

v 2.2.1 (25 September, 2025)

Supported Devices

  • iPhone 6s / 6s Plus / SE (1st Gen)
  • iPhone 7 / 7 Plus
  • iPhone 8 / 8 Plus / X
  • iPad Pro (1st & 2nd Gen), iPad 5th–7th Gen

How to Install Palera1n Jailbreak on iOS 15 – iOS 16.7.11

Palera1n is a powerful jailbreak tool for iOS 15 – iOS 16.7.11 that supports tweaks and customization. The installation process has been improved over time and now works on macOS and Linux. Before starting, make sure your device is supported. ⚠️ On A10/A11 devices, you must disable the passcode before jailbreaking.

Install Palera1n on macOS

  1. Open Terminal.app.
  2. Run this command to download Palera1n and start the jailbreak:
sudo /bin/sh -c "$(curl -fsSL https://static.palera.in/scripts/install.sh)"

Install Palera1n on Linux

  1. Open your terminal emulator. (If using Fish shell, switch to Bash first with bash).
  2. Run this command:
sudo /bin/sh -c "$(curl -fsSL https://static.palera.in/scripts/install.sh)"
  1. Restart usbmuxd so Palera1n can detect your device:
sudo systemctl stop usbmuxd
sudo usbmuxd -f -p

How to Use Palera1n Jailbreak

  1. Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer via USB.
  2. Open the terminal and type:
palera1n
  1. Your device will enter Recovery Mode.
  2. Press Enter to go into DFU Mode and follow the prompts.
  3. Palera1n will activate the checkm8 exploit and jailbreak your device.
  4. If stuck at Booting PongoOS…, stop the process with Ctrl + C (or Command + C on Mac), then rerun palera1n.
  5. Once booted, open the Palera1n Loader app on your iPhone and install your preferred package manager (e.g., Sileo).

How to Remove Palera1n Jailbreak

  1. Connect your jailbroken device to Mac/Linux.
  2. (Linux only) Restart usbmuxd:
sudo systemctl stop usbmuxd
sudo usbmuxd -f -p
  1. Run this command to remove Palera1n and revert to stock iOS:
palera1n --force-revert

👉 If you’re using rootful Palera1n, add -f at the end of the command.
Your iPhone will reboot into stock iOS, fully removing the jailbreak.

Palera1n Jailbreak Commands & Options

Palera1n comes with multiple subcommands and features. Some important ones include:

  • --version → Print version.
  • --force-revert → Remove jailbreak.
  • -E, --enter-recovery → Enter recovery mode.
  • -n, --exit-recovery → Exit recovery mode.
  • -I, --device-info → Print device info.
  • -s, --safe-mode → Enter safe mode.
  • -R, --reboot-device → Reboot iPhone normally.
  • -v, --debug-logging → Enable debug logging.

(You can view the full command list inside Palera1n’s help menu.)

Palera1n Jailbreak with Tweak Support (iOS 15 – iOS 17 & iPadOS 18)

The Palera1n jailbreak has a special version created by @mineekdev that adds full tweak support for iOS 15 – iOS 17 & iPadOS 18. This means you can now install and use jailbreak tweaks on supported iPhones and iPads.

This version of Palera1n boots your device with AMFI patches, and during the first run, it:

  • Boots a ramdisk to dump onboard blobs.
  • Installs Sileo (package manager).
  • Installs Substitute (tweak injection system).

What is Substitute?

Substitute is the tweak injection engine that allows your device to load and run jailbreak tweaks. The updated Substitute 2.3.1 comes with a new system that can handle a large number of tweaks smoothly, giving you powerful customization options with minimal performance impact.

Key Points about Palera1n with Tweaks:

  • Supports iOS iOS 15 – iOS 17 & iPadOS 18.
  • Installs Sileo + Substitute automatically.
  • Allows you to run and manage tweaks on your iPhone or iPad.
  • Works as a tethered jailbreak, meaning you need a PC/Mac to re-jailbreak every time your device reboots.
  • Best suited for advanced users who want full tweak customization on iOS 15.
TweakCompatibleVersionDeveloperRepo
AccentYes1.4.0Ivan ChristinaBigBoss
AciesYes1.0.3GinsuGinsu Tweaks
ActivatorNo1.9.13Ryan PetrichBig Boss
AeaeaNo1.0.2.5LightmannBigBoss
AemuloNo1.1.2Amy WhileChariz
AirPopupDarkYes1.0.1nicho1asdevnicho1asdev
AkaraNo1.1.0Tr1Fecta & KennyrooChariz
AlarmVolumeYes1.3.1Benoit LandryBigBoss
AmpereYes1.0.3MtacHavoc
AppStore++No0.10.1-5CokePokesCokePokes
AppsyncNo104KarenKaren’s Repo
AtriaYes1.3.2ren7995Chariz
AutoUnlockXYes1.0.16SparkDevSparkDev
BetterCCPartially0.0.5miguellamourHavoc
CalculatorHistoryYes1.1.2fiorefiore’s repo
Call Recorder X+No3.25-5hAcxhAcx Repo
CarBridgeNo2.0.9leftyfl1pHavoc
Casks 3Yes1.0.0Ryan NairPackix
CC On & OffYes1.1.0kurrtPoomSmart´s Repo
ChatWallYes1.0.7ChrisHavoc
ChoicyPartially1.4.3opa334BigBoss
CircleSettingsYes1.0.1SparkDevSparkDev
CraneNo1.3.2opa334Havoc
Crane LiteNo1.3.2opa334Havoc
Cylinder RemadePartially0.0.3-betaRyan NairRyan Nair’s Repo
DigitalBattery13Yes1.1.0AsterixBigBoss
DockControllerYes1.6.2Tomasz PoliszukBig Boss
DockSearchNo2.1.3GinsuGinsu Tweaks
DodoNo2.4.1GinsuGinsu Tweaks
DopeSettingsNo0.1.0ARX8xBigBoss
dotto+No1.0.6ConorTheDev & MiracDynastic
ErsatzYes1SkittySkitty’s Repo
FastAnimYes1TheRedSpecialBigBoss
FilzaYes3.9.7-2TIGI SoftwareTIGI Software
FiveDock13Yes1P2KDevPackix
FloatingDockPlusPartially1.1.9p2kdevHavoc
FlowYes1.2.2Muirey03Havoc
FlowicNo3SynnyGHavoc
FrameNo3.0.0-4ZX02ZX02
GameSeagullPartially1.6.0Donato FioreDonato’s Repo
GesturesXVYes1.2ETHNHavoc
GoodWiFiYes0.0~beta6juliovernejulioverne
GumpNo2.1kurrtBig Boss
HideBarXYes0.0.4SparkDevSparkDev
HideSerialNumberYes0.0.2ichitasoIchitaso Repo
HijackNo1.0.1.2LightmannBigBoss
IAmLazyNo2.1.0LightmannChariz
iCleaner ProNo7.9.1Ivano BilenchiKaren’s Repo
Icon RenamerYes1.2.6Ryan PetrichBigBoss
Installer 5No5.1-91AppTappAppTapp
Juice LiteYes1.0.2SparkDevSparkDev
KaiNo1.5.1ren7995Chariz
Little12Partially1.0.1Ryan NairPackix
LockAppsPartially1.0.5GinsuGinsu Tweaks
LowerNo1.5.1s1risPackix
MacPassPartially1.3ETHNnahtedetihw
MetamorphosisPartially1Sirius24Twickd
Milkyway2No0.2.0AkusioN/A
MKT BypassNo2.0.8Ramen2XRamen2X
MobileGooseYes1.3.2pixelomarpixelomar
MsgSwapNo2.0.4.2LightmannBigBoss
NebulaNo1.0.0-3Muirey03Havoc
NewTerm 2No2.5HBangChariz
NoCCBarYes2.0.0SparkDevSparkDev
NoPassAfterRespring (Safe)Yes0.0.2Brend0nBigBoss
PerfectTimeYes2JohnzaroJohnzaro’s Repo
PinAnimYes1.1sourcelocationHavoc
PLBatteryNo1.0.0sugiutasugiuta
PowerModulePartially1.3.1Muirey03Havoc
PrintempsYes1.1.0tako3sHavoc
ProperLockGesturesYes0.0.11Andreas Henrikssonhenrikssonbrothers
PrysmNo1.9.1LaughingQuollHavoc
PullToRespringNo1.2Noah SasoBigBoss
QuantaNo1.0.1HASHBANGChariz
QuickActionsNo1.0.0Cameron KatriChariz
QuitAllPartially3Dave van WijkChariz
Re:Scale 2Yes1.0.2Sniper_GERTeam FESTIVAL
RespringModuleYes1.1.5ARX8XARX8X
RingPercentLabelYes1.0.5P2KDevPackix
SailyNo2.1Rel16540505040Saily teamSaily
SawYes1.4.0Frozen PenguinBigBoss
SentinelYes1.3.2MegadevHavoc
ShadowYes3.3.6jjolanojjolano
ShortmojiYes4.7MiROMiRO
ShuffleNo1.6.1CreatureSurviveCreatureCoding
Shy LabelsYes1.1.1NoisyFlakePackix
SleepSaverYes3.5.1iCrazeHavoc
Snapper 2Yes2.5.12jontelangHavoc
Snoverlay 2Yes1.0.1ryanair05Havoc
SnowboardYes1.5.1b1SparkDevSparkDev
SortingSwipeNo1.0.5LightmannBigBoss
SphereNo2.0.2SynnygdevjbHavoc
StatusFolderYes1.0.2iAdam1nBig Boss
SugarcaneYes1.2.2iOS Creatix, kasiimh1NSCake
SwipeExtenderXNo1.5.3-1qwertyuiop1379Chariz
System InfoYes2.7.2-2ARX8xARX8x´s Repo
TetherMeNo2.1.1Sam BingnerBigBoss
TextTimeYes1.0.2.4LightmannBigBoss
ToldYouYes1.0.0-7Huseyin KabasakalBigBoss
VinylYes1.1.5LightmannBigBoss
vnodebypassNo0.2.9XsF1reIchitaso Repo
White Point ModuleYes1.2.2opa334Opa334
Xen HTMLNo2.0.2akamatchsticHavoc
ZebraNo1.1.28ZebraProcursus
ZetsuNo1.3.0.1Dcsyhi1998Dcsyhi1998
InstaLauncher 2Yes1.8.2jontelangHavoc
JumperYes1Neo IghodaroBigBoss
ZenithYes1.2.6Muirey03Havoc