iOS 15 Downgrade: Hoe it feilich en maklik te dwaan

Diel 1. Binne jo goed taret op iOS 15 downgrade?

De lêste iOS-fernijing is frijlitten, mar brûkers kleie al oer guon fan har glitches. Om dizze problemen te oerwinnen, kinne jo beskôgje om in iOS 15-downgrade te dwaan. Jo moatte lykwols in stap werom nimme en de gefolgen dêrfan begripe. Bygelyks, in downgrade kin alle besteande gegevens op jo tillefoan wiskje, ynklusyf jo foto's, apps, kontakten, ensfh. Dêrom is it wichtich om de nedige foarsoarchsmaatregels te nimmen foardat jo in iOS 15-fernijing op iPhone ûngedien meitsje.

1.1 Meitsje in reservekopy fan jo apparaat

Dit is it wichtichste ding dat jo moatte soargje foardat jo iOS 15 downgrade nei in eardere stabile ferzje. As wy in iOS-apparaat downgrade, kin it einigje mei it wiskjen fan alle gegevens dy't dêryn binne opslein. Fan mediabestannen oant appgegevens - jo kinne yn it proses alle besteande ynhâld op jo tillefoan ferlieze. Dêrom is de bêste manier om te learen hoe't jo kinne downgrade fan iOS 15 nei in stabile ferzje troch in reservekopy fan jo tillefoan te nimmen. Op dizze manier kinne jo, nei't jo de downgrade hawwe foltôge, jo wichtige gegevens maklik weromhelje troch de reservekopy te herstellen.
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Reservekopy iDevice mei Dr.Fone
  • 1Ferbine jo iPhone of iPad oan 'e kompjûter.
  • 2Kies it type gegevens mei de hân, of selektearje alles.
  • 3Klik op de "Backup" knop om reservekopy apparaat gegevens lokaal.
Unike eigenskippen:
  • Reservekopy fan in hiele iOS-apparaat, ynklusyf syn kontakten, oproplogs, berjochten, foto's, fideo's, ensfh.
  • Reservekopy en weromsette jo gegevens fan it iene apparaat nei it oare (of ien iOS-ferzje nei in oare) sûnder komptabiliteitsprobleem.
  • Extract in besteande iCloud of iTunes backup en weromsette it nei it apparaat fan ús kar.
  • Foarbyld fan gegevens fan in reservekopybestân om se selektyf te herstellen. Besteande gegevens wurde bewarre by it herstellen fan de reservekopy.

Reservekopy iDevice mei iTunes

  • 1Starte in bywurke ferzje fan iTunes, en ferbine it iOS-apparaat dêrmei.
  • 2Gean nei syn "Gearfetting" ljepper en fine de oanbelangjende opsje ûnder de "Backups" ljepper.
  • 3Klikje op de knop "No reservekopy" om de reservekopy fan jo apparaat te bewarjen.
Dingen om op te merken:
  • iTunes kin gjin reservekopy fan in hegere ferzje fan in legere ferzje weromsette. Dêrom moatte jo in reservekopy fan jo apparaat nimme foardat jo it opwurdearje nei iOS 15.
  • Gjin foarsjenning om de gegevens te besjen en selektyf te herstellen.
  • iTunes wisket de besteande gegevens op jo iPhone by it herstellen fan in reservekopy.

1.2 Begryp de tiidlimyt foar iOS-downgrade

It hiele proses fan it downgraden fan in iOS-ferzje is tiidgefoel, wat in protte brûkers net bewust binne. Lit ús prate oer dit yn detail.

  • As jo ​​​​in iOS beta-ferzje ynstalleare hawwe, dan kinne jo iOS-beta downgrade nei in eardere stabile ferzje as jo wolle (oant de offisjele iepenbiere iOS-ferzje wurdt frijlitten).
  • Nei de frijlitting fan 'e stabile iepenbiere iOS-ferzje hawwe jo mar 14 dagen om jo apparaat te downgraden nei in eardere besteande iOS-ferzje.

1.3 Selektearje de juste ferzje om te downgraden fan iOS 15

Ideal kinne jo iOS 15 allinich downgrade nei in eardere stabile ferzje. As jo ​​​​bygelyks in iOS 15-downgrade wolle dwaan, dan kinne jo allinich weromgean nei de foarige stabile release, dy't is tekene troch Apple. Jo kinne IPSW.me besykje om te kontrolearjen oft de kompatibele firmware beskikber is.

1.4 Witte hoe't jo kinne downgrade nei in ferzje dy't net mear is tekene troch Apple (as nedich)

Lykas jo witte, om iOS 15 te downgraden, moatte jo de nedige stappen nimme binnen 14 dagen nei syn offisjele frijlitting. Ek kinne brûkers allinich weromrolle nei in eardere stabile ferzje. Hoewol, as jo de doer fan 14 dagen hawwe trochjûn en wolle downgrade nei in ferzje dy't net mear is tekene troch Apple, dan moatte jo in ark fan tredden brûke. Troch help te nimmen fan ark lykas TinyUmbrella of TaigOne Downgrader, kinne jo elke stipe iOS-ferzje op it apparaat ynstallearje. Se mimike de hantekening fan Apple, litte ús personaliseare firmware (iOS-ferzje) ynstallearje op iDevices.

Hoewol it heule proses aardich technysk soe wêze, en it miskien gjin positive resultaten opleverje. Sûnt dizze ark fan tredden net wurde stipe troch Apple, moatte jo jo apparaat jailbreak om it te dwaan. Dit is net oan te rieden as it sil beynfloedzje de garânsje fan jo apparaat en jo soene net mear hawwe tagong ta de offisjele iOS releases ek. Fierder sil it jo apparaat kwetsber meitsje foar net winske feiligensbedrigingen.

Diel 2. How to Downgrade iOS 15 Safely?

No as jo bewust binne fan alle betingsten om iOS 15 te downgraden, kinne jo maklik oan jo easken foldwaan. Ideaal, kinne jo nimme de help fan iTunes of in oar tredde-partij ark om te learen hoe te downgrade út iOS 15. Yn alle gefallen, soargje derfoar dat der in reservekopy fan jo apparaat ûnderhâlden foarôf. Om dingen makliker foar jo te meitsjen, hawwe wy twa oplossingen levere foar it dwaan fan in iOS 15-downgrade.

2.1 Oplossing mei ien klik om iOS 15 te downgraden

Stappen om te aktualisearjen nei iOS 15:
  • Ferbine jo iOS apparaat oan PC en starte Dr.Fone.
  • Klikje op de "Reparearje" module, en gean nei de iOS Repair opsje.
  • Selektearje beide modus en befêstigje jo kar troch de werjûn iOS-ferzje te selektearjen en klikje op de "Start".
  • Sit werom en wachtsje in skoft as de applikaasje soe begjinne te downloaden de kompatibele firmware foar jo iOS-apparaat.
  • Opmerking: Kontrolearje asjebleaft https://ipsw.me/product/iPhone om te soargjen dat de kompatibele firmware beskikber is foardat jo downgrade.

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Dr.Fone - Systeemreparaasje (iOS)
  • Update nei iOS troch de foarige firmware te flitsen.
  • Kin ek bywurkje iOS op jo iDevices.
  • Gjin ôfhinklikens fan iTunes.
  • Fix alle iOS systeem problemen lykas iOS freezing, wyt Apple logo, ensfh

2.2 Downgrade iOS 15 mei iTunes

Though, there are a lot of users who wish to take the assistance of iTunes to do the same. While you can perform iOS 15 downgrade with iTunes, it has its own cons. For instance, you might end up losing the existing data on your phone as it would restore your device to its factory settings. The process is also a bit technical, and you might end up damaging your device in the process.

What you need:
  • The latest version of iTunes
  • IPSW file you wish to install
Steps to downgrade iOS 15 with iTunes
  • Beforehand, Find my iPhone service on your device should be turned off. To do this, unlock it and go to its iCloud Settings > Find my iPhone to disable it. You need to enter your Apple ID and password to confirm this.
  • Now, connect your iOS device to the system and launch an updated version of iTunes on it. Click on the device icon and select your iPhone/iPad.
  • Go to its “Summary” tab and hold the Option Key (on Mac) or the Shift Key (on Windows) while clicking on the “Update” button.
  • This will open a browser window, letting you go to the location where the downloaded IPSW file is saved.
  • Select and load the IPSW file on iTunes and confirm your choice to forcefully update the connected device. Wait for a while and let iTunes complete the iOS 15 downgrade.
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Part 3. Best iOS 15 Downgrading Tools

As you can see, sometimes it can be tough to undo an iOS 15 update on iPhone or iPad. To make the entire process simpler, there are tons of third-party tools that you can try. Not only will they let you downgrade iOS version without losing data, but they would also yield better results. Also, if you have a jailbroken device, then you can even downgrade it to any previous iOS version. Let’s get to know more about the features and flexibility of some of these readily available tools.

3.1 Downgrading Tools for Common People (Fast & Easy to Use)

If you are a beginner and do not have a lot of technical knowledge about iOS downgrading, then consider picking either of the following tools.

3.2 Downgrading Tools for Tech-savvy Users (Complex But Can Achieve More)

If you want more flexibility with your device and have decent technical experience, then you can also explore some of these options too.

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What are SHSH blobs for iPhone?

Both SHSH and SHSH2 blobs are referred to digital signatures deployed by Apple on respective IPSW files. This protects the authenticity of the IPSW files and only signed software would be installed on the device. When Apple releases a new iOS version, it stops signing the previous version. In this way, users need to upgrade to the latest public iOS version. This is where previously saved SHSH blobs are used to forge these signatures in order to downgrade our devices.

Part 4. iOS 15 Downgrading Troubleshooting

4.1 iOS 15 Downgrade Failed Many Times

This is one of the most common issues that users face while downgrading their iOS devices. The chances are that while downgrading your device, the process would stop in between unexpectedly.

It happens when we try to downgrade the device to an incompatible iOS version. A faulty internet connection or low free space on the device can also trigger it.

Quick Fixes:
  • Check the iOS version: Needless to say, if you are trying to downgrade your device to an iOS version it no longer supports, then you might face unwanted issues. Ideally, you should try to downgrade iOS 15 to a previous version and not any other existing one.
  • Have a stable internet connection: An inconsistent internet connection is another prominent cause for this error. It happens when the download of the iOS update is halted in between (due to a poor connection). Therefore, make sure that the device stays connected to a working and fast internet connection for a seamless downgrading. You can go to your phone’s WiFi settings to further diagnose this.

4.2 iOS Stuck in Recovery/DFU Mode/Apple Logo

While downgrading your device, your phone might get stuck in the recovery mode, Apple logo, or the DFU mode screen. The situation might seem a bit tedious, but you can try to resolve it by forcefully restarting your phone in most of the cases.

Downgrading from an unstable version, the download process of the firmware update has been halted in between, or any other firmware related issue.

Quick Fixes:
  • Forcefully restart your device: By applying the correct key combinations, we can forcefully restart an iOS device and resolve this issue. Since it resets the current power cycle of the device, it is also known as a soft reset. If you own an iPhone 6s or an older generation phone, then long press the Power and Home button for at least 10 seconds. Users with an iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus can press the Power and the Volume Down button. Keep pressing them until your phone restarts. For iPhone 8 and newer versions, you need to quick-press the Volume Up button first. Let it go and quick-press the Volume Down button. Subsequently, hold the Side button and let it go once the phone restarts.
  • Connect it to iTunes: In case if your phone is stuck in recovery or DFU mode, and you haven’t connected it to iTunes, then do the same. In no time, iTunes will automatically detect that your device is in the recovery mode and display the following prompt. Just confirm your choice and restore your device to factory settings to fix this.

4.3 iOS 15 Downgrade stuck on “Attempting data recovery”

The final step in the downgrading process is when the existing data on the device is recovered. Though, while doing so, the device might get stuck in the process and end up in the same loop.

An incompatible iOS version, loose connections, jailbroken device, lack of free storage, or any other related issue.

Quick Fixes:
  • Check whether your iPhone is jailbroken: Mostly, users get this error while performing iOS 15 downgrade on a jailbroken device. If your device is jailbroken, then you should not use iTunes to downgrade it. Instead, use a readily available tool like iFaith or TinyUmbrella to do the same.
  • Boot your iPhone in Recovery Mode: You can also take the assistance of iTunes and boot your device in the Recovery Mode to resolve this problem. To do this, just launch iTunes on your system and connect your phone to it. Now, using the correct key combinations, forcefully restart your device (already listed above). Subsequently, iTunes will detect as soon as your phone boots in the Recovery Mode. When you get the following prompt, click on the “Restore” button to reset your device.

4.4 iOS 15 Downgrade with iTunes won’t work

Most of the users take the assistance of iTunes (and an IPSW file) to downgrade iOS 15. Though, if there is a problem with the file, your device, or iTunes, then the process might not work.

An unsupported version of iTunes, corrupt IPSW file, or conflict with the device itself can result in this error.

Quick Fixes:
  • Check the IPSW file: Firstly, make sure that you have downloaded the correct IPSW file from a trusted source. Also, the IPSW file should be compatible with your iOS device else you might face this issue.
  • Disable Find my iPhone: Before you connect your device to iTunes, make sure that the Find my iPhone feature is disabled in it. To do this, go to its iCloud Settings > Find my iPhone and simply turn off this feature. This will not cause any conflict when you undo an iOS 15 update on iPhone.
  • Update iTunes: Needless to say, you should use an updated version of iTunes to downgrade iOS 15. Just launch iTunes on your system and go to Help > Check for Updates. This will make iTunes check for any available update. After finishing the update, you can restart your system and reconnect your device.

4.5 iPhone stuck in a loop trying to restore during downgrade

While restoring the device during the downgrading process, your device might get stuck. For instance, it can get stuck in a restart loop, not letting you access the device.

Lack of free space on the device, corrupt storage, incomplete update, bad IPSW file use, or any other compatibility issue.

Quick Fixes:
  • Force restart your device: This will reset the present power cycle of your device and will let you fix any minor issue related to it. To do this, you need to press certain keys on your device. We have already listed the correct key combinations to force restart a device in the previous sections.
  • Restart the process: If the downgrading process has been halted in between and your phone keeps restarting, then force restart it first. Now, connect it to iTunes or use any other third-party tool to undo an iOS 15 update on iPhone all over again.
  • Use a 3rd party tool: If nothing else seems to work, then consider using a dedicated iOS repairing tool like Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS). It can fix all kinds of iOS and iTunes related issues without causing any harm to your device. Just launch the application and follow a simple click-through process to put your phone out of the loop and downgrade it to a stable iOS version.

4.6 iOS 15 Downgrade won’t work using SHSH

SHSH Blobs are Apple signatures that are needed to downgrade iOS 15 in a timely manner. Their absence or a wrong SHSH entity can tamper with the downgrading process.

Wrong SHSH blob, corrupt unit by a third-party dump, or an expired SHSH blob can be some of the major reasons for this.

Quick Fixes:
  • Use an SHSH blobs dumper: There are tons of readily available third-party SHSH dumpers (like iFaith) that you can try. Though, most of these applications will require a jailbroken device. You can simply connect your device or provide its model to obtain an ideal SHSH blob.
  • Obtain your device’s SHSH blob: You can connect your iPhone/iPad to the system and launch iTunes on it. Select your device and go to its Summary. Click on the “Serial Number” field a few times, till it displays the ECID number. Now, copy the ECID code and go to any online source to convert it into hexadecimal code.

4.7 Lost all data after iOS 15 Downgrade

This is one of the worst nightmares for any iOS user. After completing the downgrade, the chances are that you might end up losing all the saved photos, videos, contacts, messages, and other important files from your phone.

The process could be halted in between, a corrupt device, bad firmware, and so on. An upgrade to an unstable release of iOS can also cause data loss on your device.

Quick Fixes:
  • Use a data recovery tool ASAP: If you have suffered from an unwanted data loss on your device, then take the assistance of an iOS data recovery program . A part of the Dr.Fone toolkit, it is one of the first and the most successful data recovery tools for iOS devices. All you need to do is connect your device and launch the application. Follow a simple click-through process to extract all kinds of lost or deleted data from your device. The application will let you preview the extracted data, letting you selectively save it to the location of your choice.

4.8 Backup cannot be restored after iOS 15 downgrade

Even after losing their data while downgrading an iOS device, users try to restore an existing backup. Sadly, there are times when the previous iTunes or iCloud backup ceases to restore on the downgraded device.

The problem usually occurs due to a compatibility issue among various iOS versions. For instance, you could have taken the backup of your device when it was running on another iOS version and now you are trying to restore it on an unsupported iOS version.

Quick Fixes:
  • You can load a previous iTunes or iCloud backup using a iOS restoring tool and even preview its data on its interface. For instance, to restore an iCloud backup, you simply need to log-in to your iCloud account. The application will list the available backup files for you pick an ideal option. In this way, you can easily restore your data without erasing the existing content on your device.

Part 5. FAQs about iOS 15 Downgrade

Yes, you can downgrade iOS to a previous version signed by Apple. Users get 14 days after a public official release to do it. If you have upgraded your device to a version, then you can downgrade to a stable version easily (until 14 days after the release of its stable version).

There are all kinds of ways to undo an iOS 15 update on iPhone. If you want, you can take the assistance of iTunes to do the same. Though, to downgrade iOS 15 without losing data, consider using a more sophisticated tool like Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS). In case if you have a jailbroken device, then you can even give tools like TinyUmbrella a go.

When we install an iOS version on the device, the Apple server asks for a digital signature to authenticate it. A signed IPSW file would have a verified signature issued by Apple, letting us upgrade/downgrade the device without any hassle. Therefore, if an IPSW file is not signed by Apple, then it will not be recognized by the server and the upgrading/downgrading process won’t be completed.

There are all kinds of SHSH dumps and readily available third-party tools that can help us force Apple’s signature and create SHSH blobs even after Apple stops signing them. Though, you should know that Apple might revoke the authentication of such SHSH blobs anytime. To do this, you need to have a jailbroken device and use a dedicated tool like iFaith or FutureRestore.

The Apple Software Program lets us test the releases of iOS before the public availability. You can join or leave the program anytime you want without spending anything. If you want to leave it, then go to the Unenroll section of the website.

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Ideally, you can’t downgrade your device to an unsigned iOS version. This is because the Apple server won’t authenticate your downloading request without a valid SHSH blob. That is why users take the assistance of a previously saved SHSH blob to do the same. You can also use a third-party downgrading tool to do it as well.

After downgrading an iOS update, you might find an existing software profile on your device storage. To remove this, just go to your device’s Settings > General > Profile and select the iOS profile from here. Tap on the “Delete Profile” option and confirm your choice to remove it.

You can restore a previously stored SHSH blob from your device or forge Apple’s signature. There are a few third-party tools like FutureRestore that can help you do the same. You can also choose to dump your SHSH blobs in order to use them afterward. Though, in most of the cases, users have to jailbreak their device in order to do it.