Install SideStore on iPhone (Windows PC)

Windows setup guide for iLoader + SideStore (USB, iTunes, Developer Mode)

This guide shows the most reliable way to install SideStore from a Windows PC using iLoader. Once SideStore is installed, you can sideload and refresh apps (IPAs) without jailbreaking.

What You Need

  • Windows 10/11
  • iPhone/iPad on a supported iOS version
  • USB cable (data-capable)
  • iTunes from Apple (needed for usbmuxd on Windows)
  • Apple ID (free developer account works)

Step 1: Install iTunes (Windows)

  1. Download iTunes from apple.com/itunes.
  2. Install it, then restart Windows.
  3. Open iTunes once (so Windows finishes drivers/services).

Step 2: Download and Open iLoader

  1. Go to the Download page.
  2. Install iLoader (MSI recommended) and launch it.

Step 3: Connect Your iPhone and Trust the Computer

  1. Connect your device via USB.
  2. Unlock your iPhone and tap Trust when prompted.
  3. If iLoader doesn’t detect the device, see Device Not Detected.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode (iOS 16+)

On iOS 16 and later, you must enable Developer Mode before sideloading:

Step 5: Install SideStore with iLoader

  1. In iLoader, sign in with your Apple ID when prompted.
  2. Select your device.
  3. Choose Install SideStore and follow the prompts.
  4. When finished, SideStore should appear on your home screen.

After Installation: Install an IPA

Once SideStore is installed, you can install apps (IPA files) with iLoader:

Troubleshooting

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