How To Download iOS 18 Beta On iPhone Or iPad

Want to download iOS 18 beta on your iPhone or iPad? In this guide, you will find detailed instructions to help you accomplish this task.

After installing iOS 18 beta or iPadOS 18 beta on your device, you can test out all the new and exciting features Apple has announced in the new operating system without waiting for the September release.

Before you begin you must be aware of a few things. Installing the iOS 18 developer beta is easier than installing previous betas. This is because, with iOS 17’s release, Apple has changed the way users install betas on their devices. You no longer need a file called iOS 18 Beta Configuration Profile to download the beta on your device.

All you need is an Apple ID that is enrolled with the Apple Developer Program. You can sign into your device with the enrolled Apple ID and get the option to download iOS 18 developer beta on your device.

Don’t have an Apple Developer Program account? Read this guide to create a free developer account and install iOS 18.

Download iOS 18 Beta On iPhone or iPad

Follow these steps to install the latest beta on your device.

Step 1. On iPhone or iPad open Settings and go to the General page.

Step 2. Now tap on the Software Update option and then on Beta Updates.

Step 3. When you are on the Beta Updates page tap on iOS 18 Developer Beta option. In case you don’t see iOS 18 Developer Beta as an option, move on to the next step.

Step 4. From the bottom tap on ‘Apple ID: Your Apple ID‘ and log out of your current Apple account.

Step 5. On the popup menu tap on the ‘Use a different Apple ID‘ option.

Step 6. Next, enter the Apple ID that is enrolled with the Apple Developer Program and enter the two-factor authentication code if prompted.

After changing the Apple account on the Beta Updates page return to Settings -> General -> Software Update -> Beta Updates and choose iOS 18 Developer Beta as the option.

Important things to consider

• The iOS 18 developer beta is buggy. Make sure you only install the beta on your test device that is dedicated to iOS 18 app development. If you are installing iOS 18 beta just for recreational purposes, then we recommend waiting for iOS 18 Public Beta, which will be released in the coming weeks.
• You will need an active internet connection to install iOS 18 developer beta. Make sure your device is on its charger during the installation process.
• iOS 18 is only compatible with these iPhone and iPad models. The beta can only be installed on the listed devices.