altserver ☆
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Description:
iOS App Store alternative
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.8.1@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
Sep 17, 2026 9:32pm 1.8.1 0 VERSION_BUMP ba7f6963
Sep 14, 2026 9:31pm 1.8 0 VERSION_BUMP 89d291c8
Sep 11, 2026 1:04am 1.7.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 9cdce129
Sep 9, 2026 1:06am 1.7.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 48d16606
Dec 1, 2023 8:37am 1.7.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 4b315ad9
Oct 19, 2023 9:50pm 1.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 0294ea05
Sep 18, 2023 4:11pm 1.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 3242bfee
Mar 18, 2023 10:26pm 1.6 0 VERSION_BUMP dec4562a
Jan 31, 2023 12:12am 1.6,72 0 VERSION_BUMP c3251906
Jul 15, 2022 7:31am 1.5.1,70 0 VERSION_BUMP 8132e6bb
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