How to download iOS 26
Learn how to download iOS 26.
Before downloading new software, back up your device to make sure that you have a copy of your important information. Choose your backup method.
Check compatibility
You will only see updates that are compatible with your current software version. If you have not downloaded the most current release, you will not see the option to install the latest release.
iOS 26 is compatible with the following iPhone models:
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 15
iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Max
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 mini
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)
Download iOS 26
You can set up your iPhone to install system software and updates automatically, or you can check for updates manually in the Software Update settings.
Turn on automatic updates
Open Settings.
Tap General.
Tap Software Update.
Tap Automatic Updates.
Choose one of the following options:
Automatically Install: When an update is available, iPhone downloads and installs the update overnight while charging and connected to Wi-Fi. You’re notified before an update is installed.
Automatically Download: Downloads updates automatically when your iPhone connects to Wi-Fi, charging, and locked so you can install them later. To see this option, first turn off Automatically Install.
Install software updates
Open Settings.
Tap General.
Tap Software Update. The screen shows the installed version of iOS and whether an update is available.
If an update is available, tap Download and Install, then follow the onscreen instructions.
View More Details
Tap More Details to view the version number and what is included in that version.
