For a limited time only, you can downgrade iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 to iOS 26.0.1 and iPadOS 26.0.1 on iPhone and iPad – here’s how.

Apple is Signing iOS 26.0.1 and iPadOS 26.0.1, Downgrade from iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 Possible on iPhone and iPad

Apple released iOS 26.1 and iPodOS 26.1 earlier this week for iPhone and iPad devices. While the update is packed with new features and bug fixes, some users might be wondering how they can downgrade to iOS 26.0.1 and iPadOS 26.0.1 instead.

Since it’s the early days, Apple is still signing the older firmware and you can downgrade from iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 right now.

But first, there are some things you should know and do.

You Will Lose All Your Files and Settings

The process of downgrading will erase all your files and settings. Therefore backup everything using either iCloud or Finder. You’ll find more details by going here.

Turn Off Find My

You need to disable Find My on your iPhone and iPad in order to restore the iOS 26.0.1 or iPadOS 26.0.1 firmware file. This is a necessary step otherwise you won’t be able to downgrade.

You’ll find all the details on how to disable Find My on your device by going to this link.

Download iOS 26.0.1 and iPadOS 26.0.1 Firmware File

You need to download the correct firmware file for your device and save it to the desktop. You’ll find them all below:

Tutorial

Step 1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac using a USB-C cable.

Step 2. Click on the Finder icon in the Dock.

Step 3. You’ll see your iPhone and iPad on the left column. Click on it to reveal more options.

Step 4. You’ll either see a ‘Restore iPhone’ or ‘Restore iPad’ button depending on the device you have connected. Now hold down the left Option key on the keyboard and click on ‘Restore iPhone’ or ‘Restore iPad.’ A pop-up window will now appear.

Step 5. Select the iOS 26.0.1 or iPadOS 26.0.1 firmware file you saved to your desktop and click on Done.

Step 6. Finder will extract the contents of the firmware file and restore it onto your device. This may take a while.

Once everything is complete, you’ll see the Hello screen on your iPhone and iPad. Start setting it up like new or restore the backup you created before starting this tutorial.

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Last Update: November 4, 2025