Cydia Impactor: Install IPA files.

Cydia Impactor: Install IPA files.

Cydia Impactor is a versatile software, available on Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems, which can perform a number of tasks for both iOS.

In our SOFTWARE section there are some apps that require installation via Cydia Impactor. This instruction is intended for acquaintance with the program.

How to Sign and Run iOS IPA Files With the Use of Cydia Impactor

Step 1: Make it sure you have already installed the latest version of iTunes on your Computer.
Step 2: You’ll also need the IPA file you want to install using Cydia Impactor. Get it and save it on the PC.
Step 3: Download the latest version of Cydia Impactor from the official site for your PC. It is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Step 4: Extract the zipped file to an easily accessible location.
Step 5: Connect your device to the PC using the USB cable.
Step 6: Now launch the executable file of Impactor.

Step 7: Once it recognizes your iPhone, drag and drop the downloaded IPA file on to it.

Alternatively, you can also go to “Device” and select “Install Package…” option on Cydia Impactor.

Step 8: The application will ask for Apple ID username and Apple ID password which are used to fetch the certificate from the Apple’s servers.

If you are using the Apple ID registered with Apple’s Developer Program, you get the developer certificate which will remain valid for one year. In case you are using a non-developer ID, you get the certificate with 7 days validity only.

Step 9: Please be patient and let Cydia Impactor perform different tasks to sign and install the IPA file.

Step 10: Once you see the “Complete” message on it, wake up your iPhone and go to “Settings > General > Device Management”.

Step 11: Open the just installed profile, and trust the developer.

That’s all. Now you can launch the sideloaded application from the iPhone’s home screen.

Edited: Dmitry Mostov

Last update: 18.10.2019