Archive · 17 Jun 2025
How to Uninstall iOS 26 Beta from iPhone and Downgrade
Apple recently released a test version (beta) of iOS 26, but it has bugs.
If you have the beta and it's not working well, you can go back to the older, more stable iOS 18.
You'll need to plug your iPhone or iPad into your computer.
Then, you'll put the device into a special mode, and the computer will help you reinstall the older version of iOS.
Remember, if your Apple Watch has the newest software, it won't work with the older iOS.
iOS 26 developer beta has been released but may cause issues like app crashes and battery drain.
Users can revert from the iOS 26 beta to the stable iOS 18.
Downgrading is possible for those in the Developer Program or Public Beta Software Program.
Downgrading will prevent the Apple Watch from working if updated to watchOS 26.
The process involves connecting the device to a computer and entering Recovery Mode.
- Who
- iPhone and iPad users.
- What
- How to uninstall the iOS 26 beta.
- When
- Following the release of the iOS 26 developer beta.
- Where
- On an iPhone or iPad.
- Why
- To return to the stable iOS 18 and resolve potential issues with the beta version.
- Software
- iOS 26 (beta)
- Stable Version
- iOS 18
- Affected Devices
- iPhone and iPad
- Requirement
- Computer with iTunes or Finder
- Risk
- WatchOS 26 incompatibility