How to Downgrade iOS 26 to iOS 18.5 Using 3uTools (Step by Step)
In this video, you will learn how to go back from iOS 26 to iOS 18.5 using the 3uTools software, safely and conveniently.
⚠️ Before you start:
Downgrading is only possible if the system version (IPSW) is still signed by Apple. Otherwise, the procedure will not be completed successfully.
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🔧 Step by Step:
1. Restart your iPhone in Recovery Mode:
• Quickly press Volume Up, then Volume Down, and then hold the Power button for 10 to 15 seconds with the cable connected to the computer.
• The iPhone will enter recovery mode automatically.
2. Download and install 3uTools on your computer (Windows or Mac):
👉 Official website: www.3u.com
3. Select the IPSW corresponding to iOS 18.5 (if it is signed by Apple).
4. For Windows users:
• Select the “Quick Flash Mode” option in 3uTools.
5. For Mac users:
• Just click on “Flash”, then “Continue Flash” and continue with the process normally.
6. Attention to iCloud:
• If the device has an iCloud account linked, you will need to enter the email and password after installation to activate the iPhone.
• If there is no account linked, the initialization will be normal.
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💡 Extra Tip:
This process is useful for those who tested iOS 26 in beta version and want to return to a more stable version like iOS 18.5.
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