Apple devices are known for their unmatched Privacy Protocols globally. Of course, the manufacturers didn’t allow third-party apps access on Apple Phones, and if anyone tries to do so, it ends on Account Ban or Device Lock.
Let’s take a moment to understand why installing APK Files on iPhones is impossible. The answer is neither the simple nor the trick one instead it’s straightforward. APK Files work on Android devices because Android apps support Dalvik executable files, and the same coding is present in APK packages.
In contrast, iOS devices use compiled files from IPA, which are usually coded with Xcode language. So, the difference in Developer’s Language creates a bar on iPhone and APK Files. We hope you have your answer, and we shall move to our topic.
How to Install APK Files on iPhone without Jailbreak
Jailbreak is a familiar term, especially for iPhone users. If you are listening to it for the first time, honor us to explain you. In the iOS world, Jailbreaking an iPhone is a method that allows you to bypass manufacturers’ restrictions and access the System Files.
Among thousands of reasons for Jailbreaking a phone, doing it to install custom apps is the most common one. In this section, we will guide you to install the IPA version of APK Files to avoid jailbreaking.
- Firstly, download IPA version of the APK File, you want to download
- Next, install “Cydia Impactor app” because without this app you can’t access Apple Account
- After downloading and install Cydia Impactor on your iOS device, connect your iOS via Mac device or Windows device
- Now, launch the downloaded Cydia Impactor app
- The, open the IPA File and paste it on the app’s search bar
- Finally, re-sign your Apple ID. Tap on the ID to start installation process of the IPA File
How do I install an APK File on iPhone?
Earlier in this article, we mentioned that APK Files are not supposed to work on iOS devices due to Coding and Languages Protocols. Other than that, there’s no such way to run APK Files on iPhones. In short, you should find the IPA version of the APK file to run it on the iOS platform.
