altserver ☆

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Description:
iOS App Store alternative

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.7.2@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: ios sideloading development altstore mobile

Install: brew install --cask altserver

About:
AltServer is a desktop application that enables sideloading of third-party iOS apps without jailbreaking. It works by installing apps through a USB connection using Apple's developer protocols, effectively turning your personal device into a development environment. This allows users to install apps like AltStore directly onto their iPhone or iPad.

Key Features:

Wireless app sideloading via local network
Support for custom IPAs and Delta emulator
Automatic app refresh to prevent expiration
No jailbreak required for operation

Use Cases:

Installing apps not available on the official App Store
Running development or beta versions of iOS applications
Installing emulators for retro gaming on iOS devices

Alternatives:

Sideloadly – Offers similar sideloading capabilities with additional Apple ID options
Xcode – Official Apple development tool requiring full developer account

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 1, 2023 8:37am	1.7.1	0	VERSION_BUMP	4b315ad9
Oct 19, 2023 9:50pm	1.7	0	VERSION_BUMP	0294ea05